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Chain Bridge on the River Tweed – Melrose Abbey loop from Melrose

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Chain Bridge on the River Tweed – Melrose Abbey loop from Melrose

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Chain Bridge on the River Tweed – Melrose Abbey loop from Melrose

00:41

6.49km

50m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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471 m

Chain Bridge on the River Tweed

Highlight • Historical Site

Crossing the River Tweed to Gattonside Village.

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498 m

Gattonside Suspension Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

This impressive suspension footbridge spans the River Tweed from Melrose to the village of Gattonside.

It was opened in 1826 and is an early surviving example of this type of …

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1.52 km

Beehive Stone Sculpture

Highlight • Monument

4.77 km

Melrose Rugby Football Club (The Greenyards)

Highlight • Other

The Melrose rugby ground is called the Greenyards. It is the home of the Melrose Rugby Football Club and the birthplace of the sport of rugby sevens.

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5.02 km

Greenhouse Café Melrose

Highlight • Cafe

5.10 km

Melrose Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

The crumbling ruins of Melrose Abbey are an impressive site. Founded by David I in 1136 for the Cistercian Order, the abbey is a beautiful example of early masonry work. …

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6.00 km

Chain Bridge, Melrose

Highlight • Bridge

The bridge connects the town of Melrose with the small village of Gattonside.

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6.49 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.33 km

717 m

307 m

129 m

Surfaces

4.35 km

1.60 km

313 m

166 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 1 September

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Chain Bridge on the River Tweed – Melrose Abbey loop from Melrose

Chain Bridge on the River Tweed

Gattonside Suspension Bridge

Beehive Stone Sculpture

Melrose Rugby Football Club (The Greenyards)

Greenhouse Café Melrose

Melrose Abbey

Chain Bridge, Melrose

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