The John Buchan Way - Peebles to Broughton
The route is way marked in both directions, and was opened in spring 2003. It is named after the writer (famous for 'The Thirty-Nine Steps') and diplomat John Buchan (1875-1940), who has many associations with the area.
The route is 22 km/13 miles long and mainly follows long established hill tracks through the Peeblesshire countryside. It has three main ascents and descents which give a total climb of about 800 metres, but the climb is never severe.
The walk can be completed in a day by strong walkers, or can conveniently be split at the halfway point at Stobo by catching a bus. It is recommended that full hill walking gear is used for this walk, as part of it can be quite exposed.
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This walk was submitted by Faye Jones, who recently enjoyed following The John Buchan Way.
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