Start with 2 km of road walking steadily uphill. At Holden Coach House cross stile onto a track through a wood and continue following this path as it winds its way uphill and exits onto driveway at Hunthill. Pass between two stone gate posts topped with lions, cross a minor road onto a track over open ground then through a wood.
Cross the Jedburgh to Oxnam road, follow field edge uphill, along Sandy Road, and paths to reach Dere Street. After a short distance on Dere Street follow Borders Abbeys Way back to Jedburgh.
See also 'Walks around Jedburgh', Route 7
2 short stops and drink stops as required
Paths and tracks can be muddy. There is one short section that is always muddy regardless of time of year. Boots and walking poles recommended.
Circular walk, grade C+, leisurely. Hiking boots and poles are recommended.
Walk leader: Maureen
Estimated duration: 4 hours + 2 stops
Maximum number of walkers: n/a
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.