Melrose to St Boswells on the St Cuthbert's Way
St Cuthbert's Way
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Melrose to St Boswells

on the St Cuthbert's Way

6.5 miles Scottish Borders & Northumberland

Begin at Melrose Abbey, where St Cuthbert began his religious life, and follow the Tweed east — with the option of the Rhymer's Stone and the Eildon Hills — to the village of St Boswells. Dryburgh Abbey, where Walter Scott is buried, is a short detour from here.

Where to stay: Melrose to St Boswells

1 place to stay near this stage of the St Cuthbert's Way.

Accommodation in MelroseView all →

Gibson Caravan Park

High Street, Melrose, Scottish Borders TD6 9RY, Melrose

A well-established caravan and camping park in the heart of Melrose, right at the start of St Cuthbert's Way. Offers tent pitches and touring facilities within walking distance of Melrose Abbey. Ideal

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