Based in the Scottish Borders, Eildon Ramblers is a friendlywalking group for people of all ages. We offer year-round walks to suit avariety of tastes.
Ellem was one of the assembly points for the Scottish army in 1513 prior to the Battle of Flodden. Before the building of Ellemford Bridge (1860), people used ‘steppy stones’ and a ford to cross the river. The annual Ellemford Show is at the end of September and involves nearby communities.
This is a leisurely walk along the course of the River Whiteadder from Abbey St Bathans to Ellemford and back, following a mix of quiet roads, grassy paths and farm & forestry tracks. About 1 mile is through fields with long vegetation. Generally easy walking with moderate gradients. On our return refreshments are available at the Woodlands Café in Abbey St Bathans.
Circular walk, grade C+, leisurely. Hiking boots and poles are recommended.
Walk leader: Gordon
Estimated duration: 3.5 hours + stops
Maximum number of walkers: 15 (due to limited parking).
Eildon Ramblers members. Please contact the walk leader per the directions in the Secretary’s email.
Members of other Ramblers groups & potential new members are welcome to apply to join this walk. Please contact walks@eildonramblers.org.uk leaving your name and mobile phone no. The walk leader will contact you.
Registration deadline. You should register with the Walk Leader (a) no later than 5pm on the Thursday prior to a Saturday walk, or (b) no later than 5pm on the Friday prior to a Sunday walk.
Covid-19. Please read the Covid-19 advice on our website, and observe the recommended precautions.
Woodlands Cafe car park, Abbey St Bathans. On first entering the village of Abbey St Bathans, take the righthand side road opposite the sawmill yard. Cross a small bridge and find a parking area on the left.
