Romans and Reivers Gravel Road – The Edge Trail loop from Beattock

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Romans and Reivers Gravel Road – The Edge Trail loop from Beattock

Moderate

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Romans and Reivers Gravel Road – The Edge Trail loop from Beattock

04:15

46.0km

800m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 3, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 17.0 km for 70 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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477 m

Beattock Village and Telford Manor House

Highlight • Historical Site

The village of Beattock is ideally situated for a rest break on both the Southern Uplands Way and the Annandale Way long distance treks. B&Bs and a campsite offer accommodation, …

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6.18 km

Romans and Reivers Gravel Road

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Wide forest gravel road part of the Romans and Rievers route which runs from Ae village to Hawick.

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18.0 km

The Edge Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The red trail here follows the hill top with precipitous views down towards the burn below and wind turbines beyond. Bring your head for heights and enjoy the descent

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21.1 km

The Talking Head Stane

Highlight • Natural Monument

Each of the 7 Stanes has it's own unique rock sculpture. This is Ae's - the Talking Head Stane, calved with a face and a poem

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33.1 km

Gravel Track through Harestanes Wind Farm

Highlight • Cycleway

This lovely section of gravel track weaves it's way through the Harestanes Wind Farm alongside the Water of Ae. It's part of Sustrans Route 10 and despite the windmills, feels quite remote.

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