STAGE 1: MELROSE TO ST BOSWELLS

DISTANCE: 7.5 MILES / 12.0 KM

Starting at 12th Century Melrose Abbey, the trail heads into the Eildon Hills before descending to a pleasant riverside and woodland stroll to St Boswells.

STAGE 2: ST BOSWELLS TO JEDBURGH

DISTANCE: 12 MILES / 19 KM

From St Boswells, the trail follows the grand River Tweed and winds through woodland paths to Harestanes. From Harestanes, our schedule continue on the trail, via the Borders Abbeys Way, into Jedburgh.

STAGE 3: JEDBURGH TO MOREBATTLE

DISTANCE: 9.5 MILES / 15 KM

The day starts by retracing your footsteps on the BAW back to the St Cuthbert’s Way trail. Whilst the end of the days walk is along a quiet country road into Morebattle, the trail traverses typical Borders hills and countryside, including riverside walks and sections of woodland. 

STAGE 4: MOREBATTLE TO YETHOLM

DISTANCE: 6.5 MILES / 11 KM

A relatively strenuous day with a few hills climbs (including the highest point on the trail at 4oom), providing fantastic panoramic views across the Borders landscape. This section also follows the Pennine Way trail route.

STAGE 5: YETHOLM TO WOOLER

DISTANCE: 13.0 MILES / 21 KM

This stretch of the trail heads into the Cheviot Hills and provides your first views of Lindisfarne and the Northumberland Coastline and also crosses the Scottish/English border. This section also follows the Pennine Way trail route.

STAGE 6: WOOLER TO FENWICK

DISTANCE: 10 MILES/ 16 KM

From Wooler, the trail heads across Weetwood Moor. Historical features include prehistoric rock carvings, a 16th century bridge and St Cuthbert’s Cave. This is a relatively flat stage, although there are still excellent views of the surrounding hills.

What is Included?

• Pre-booked Accommodation

• Full breakfast each morning

• Door to Door Baggage Transfers

• Daily Itineraries

• Maps & Guidebooks

• Info on transport and local services

What is not included?

• Evening meals & packed lunches

• Travel to Melrose

• Travel from Holy Island

• Additional vehicle support

• Travel Insurance

Additional Info:

**Prices are based on 2 people sharing a twin or double room and subject to availability. 

The St Cuthbert’s Way hosts a variety of bed & breakfasts, guest houses and hotels.   Individual preferences can be stipulated in the Holiday Booking Form.

This package includes a one night stay in Melrose & Holy Island, however, additional nights can be arranged to explore the Borders and Northumberland. Walkers must organise their own return transport to Melrose/Holy Island and beyond.   Details of public transport services are available on request.

If you would prefer to walk the St Cuthbert’s Way using an alternative itinerary, please let us know using the Enquiry Form and we will do our utmost to tailor the holiday to your needs.

Extra Nights & Single Supplements

Many walkers decide to take rest days during their walking holiday, whether to give the feet a well-earned break, to do a little sight-seeing. If this option is of interest, please let us know on the booking form.

• Additional nights can be arranged from £65 per person per night

• Please note an additional ‘single supplement’ or 'single occupancy' charge will be incurred for solo walkers or for individuals who require single room accommodation. Typical rates vary from £25-£40 per night. The total single supplement is calculated on a case-by-case basis, subject to availability.

Accommodation

Each Hotel and Bed & Breakfast has been hand-picked to ensure you enjoy the most welcoming, comfortable and value-for-money experience on this WHW route. A warm welcome awaits all walkers and hikers, with hotel owners keen to hear stories of the day’s adventures. Evening meals and packed lunches for the onward journey are available throughout, however, please note that they are NOT included in the holiday package.

Baggage Transfer

Included in the price of the tours is one bag per person, up to 20 kg in weight , which will be transferred by dedicated baggage transfer operator. Your bags will be uplifted and dropped off between each place of accommodation.

Navigation

The route is well signposted throughout, however, walkers must be vigilant at all times as there are paths and junctions along the way which deviate from the main route. WAS highly recommend that at least one member of your party is a competent map and compass reader.

Transport & Travel

Although travel to Melrose, and from Holy Island, is not included in the holiday package, we are more than happy to provide details of public transport services.

 - To Melrose – There is a good and frequent bus service from Edinburgh

 - From Holy Island – There is a bus service from Holy Island to Berwick, while WAS can also arrange a private taxi transfer to Berwick for bus and train connections to Edinburgh or south.

Transport links will be detailed in your holiday package information pack.

Travel Insurance

WAS highly recommends that all walkers have suitable travel insurance.

Minimum Group Size

This route is suitable for solo walkers

Dogs

Please contact us separately if you would like to take your dog on the walking holiday. We will be able to advise on the availability of pet friendly accommodation.

Enjoying Scotland Responsibly

The Scottish Outdoor Access Code is a set of guidelines issued by The Scottish National Heritage Trust. The Scottish Outdoor Access Code provides detailed guidance on the responsibilities of those exercising access rights and of those managing land and water. By doing so, the Code provides a practical guide to helping everyone make informed decisions about what best to do in everyday situations.

Each holiday information pack will include a copy of the Outdoor Access Code Summary Leaflet, including details of where the full code and A-Z guide can be downloaded.