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South Scotland

Scottish Borders

Kelso

Kelso Bridge – Kelso Abbey loop from Kelso

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South Scotland

Scottish Borders

Kelso

Kelso Bridge – Kelso Abbey loop from Kelso

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Kelso Bridge – Kelso Abbey loop from Kelso

01:10

4.37km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 27, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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3.17 km

Kelso Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

Kelso Bridge (also known at Rennie Bridge) is an elegant bridge spanning the Tweed at Kelso.

It opened in 1803 and was the work of the famous Scottish engineer, John Rennie.

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3.24 km

River Tweed at Kelso

Highlight • River

The River Tweed is central to the Scottish Borders town of Kelso, where the River Teviot flows into it. The confluence of these two rivers, known as the Junction Pool, …

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3.34 km

Kelso War Memorial

Highlight • Monument

The memorial is situated next to the Kelso Abbey ruins, on the side of the road as you cross the Rennie Bridge into the town.

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3.37 km

Kelso Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

12th century Abbey that made Kelso a powerful town in the area for hundreds of years. The Abbey was closed in June 2022 due to safety issues so check ahead. …

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3.45 km

St Andrew's Church

Highlight • Religious Site

The River Tweed is central to the Scottish Borders town of Kelso, where the River Teviot flows into it. The confluence of these two rivers, known as the Junction Pool, …

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3.60 km

Set on the banks of the Tweet and Teviot rivers, Ednam House is a lovely hotel in Kelso. Sir Walter Scott once described Kelso as the most beautiful town in Scotland, which is reflected in Ednam House.

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3.80 km

River Tweed Salmon Fishing Museum

Highlight • Historical Site

3.99 km

The Cobbles Pub

Highlight • Pub

Cosy pub serving large range of Tempest Brewery beers and good food.

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4.37 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.01 km

1.78 km

327 m

190 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.94 km

1.03 km

395 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 18 May

16°C

6°C

95 %

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Kelso Bridge – Kelso Abbey loop from Kelso

Kelso Bridge

River Tweed at Kelso

Kelso War Memorial

Kelso Abbey

St Andrew's Church

Ednam House Hotel & Gardens

River Tweed Salmon Fishing Museum

The Cobbles Pub

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