Denholm and Lillisleaf
Scottish Borders, United Kingdom
Loop trail in Scottish Borders, United Kingdom. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 26 mi (41.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,490 ft (454 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 55 min
- High point
- 843 ft (257 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Jedburgh Castle 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from start
- Historic site: Leyden's Monument 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from start
- Historic site: Hassendean Bank, Hillfort 7 mi (11.3 km) from start
- Historic site: Currie Memorial Public Hall 11.6 mi (18.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Ancrum Market Cross 18.3 mi (29.5 km) from start
- Shelter 19.4 mi (31.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Sergeant John Brunton Daykins VC MM Plaque 25.9 mi (41.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Lieutenant Francis Anthony Blair Fasson GC Plaque 25.9 mi (41.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Captain George Stuart Henderson VC DSO and Bar, MC Plaque 25.9 mi (41.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Loupin’- on stane 25.9 mi (41.7 km) from start
- Historic site: Mary Queen of Scots House 25.9 mi (41.7 km) from start
- Historic site: Sheriff Shortreed 25.9 mi (41.7 km) from start
- Historic site: Mary Queen of Scots Visit 1566 25.9 mi (41.7 km) from start
- Historic site: Spread Eagle Hotel & Mary Queen of Scots 25.9 mi (41.8 km) from start
- Historic site: Mercat Cross (site of) 26 mi (41.9 km) from start
- Historic site: Jubilee Fountain 26 mi (41.9 km) from start
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Questions about Denholm and Lillisleaf
How long is Denholm and Lillisleaf?
Denholm and Lillisleaf is 26 mi (41.9 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 55 min. It climbs 1,490 ft (454 m) in total, up to a high point of 843 ft (257 m).
How hard is Denholm and Lillisleaf?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Denholm and Lillisleaf?
Parking at the start, Free. 14 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Denholm and Lillisleaf?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Denholm and Lillisleaf shaded?
Partly shaded (32% under trees).
What can you do on Denholm and Lillisleaf?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near Denholm and Lillisleaf?
Coffee Corner, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Morrisons Daily, 0 mi (0.1 km).
Is this a good week for Denholm and Lillisleaf?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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