Confidence builder - Galashiels to Clovenfords

Leave Hike & Bike Hub, walk across Douglas Bridge to join the shared cycle path. Cross over Striling Street, then cross over Bridge Place and re-join the shared cycle path running alongside the railway line. Path diverts down across Plumtreehall Brae and into Wheatlands Place (both quiet roads) before resuming its course alongside the railway line, and later above the Gala Water. Path exits from woodland area to run alongside the main A72 all the way to the Clovenfords Hotel. Refreshment stop at the Clovenfords Hotel. Return by same route in reverse.

If you have not been on your bike for a while but want to get back into cycling, then this bike ride is for you! If you've not used your bike in a while (and are worried that it might need some TLC), then bring it along for a FREE bike safety check from our bike mechanic before the ride. If you don't have a bike, then good news! FREE bike hire is available so that you can join this ride. This is an easy route, suitable for everyone. The main section of the ride will be along the shared cycle path from Galashiels town centre to Clovenfords and return by same route after coffee stop at the Clovenfords Hotel.

Most of the route is along the Clovenfords Link shared path. There are a few quiet roads to cross to join the path at Bridge Place and again after the bottom of Plumtreehall Brae

This is an easy ride with stops along the way as needed. Our halfway stop will be around midday at the Clovenfords Hotel.

Helmets are recommended. We have helmets you can borrow if needed. Please consider wearing suncream and wearing (or bringing) a rainproof coat if the weather is looking changeable! You may also want to bring water or juice for the ride. Refreshments will be available for purchase at the Clovenfords Hotel

This is an easy ride and we will ride at a pace suitable for everyone. If you have not been on a bike for a while, then this is the ideal ride for you!