Eildon Mid Hill¶

Details¶

Field	Value
Coordinates	55.582169, -2.718219
Elevation	422 m (1385 ft)
Summit feature	Trig point, view indicator
Class list	Marilyn, Hump, 4s (400-499m), Yeaman
Date of ascent	19-APR-2026

Description¶

Eildon Mid Hill is the highest of the three Eildon peaks, located in the Scottish Borders near Melrose. The distinctive triple-peaked hill is a prominent landmark visible for miles around. The walk offers excellent views across the Borders landscape. Beautiful gorse in spring, and purple heather in summer.

Pretty steep ascent that can be roughly divided into three sections:

Starts off with a staircase, then climbs upwards to a gate with a sign for St. Cuthbert’s Way. There’s a bench here where you can rest
The next climb goes all the way to the col between Eildon Mid Hill and Eildon North Hill.
The last section is from the col to the summit. Loose rocks the entire way, so be careful as it is easy to slip and fall especially on the way down.

AllTrails Route: Eildon Mid Hill

Route¶

Start from Melrose town centre and follow the marked path up the slope. The terrain is steep in places but well-established. The summit offers panoramic views of the River Tweed valley and surrounding hills.

How to Reach¶

Car Parking¶

Free car parks in Melrose
- St. Dunstane’s Park car park
- Nutwood car park
Street parking near starting point on Dingleton Road

Public Transport¶

Borders buses from Edinburgh to Melrose
Borders rail from Edinburgh to Tweedbank

Facilities¶

Food: Lovely sandwiches and soup at Apples for Jam. Excellent coffee at Haus and Co. Also Twelve Triangles who bake tasty goods. For a hearty lunch, head to Burts Hotel.
Public Toilets: Paid, cash-only toilets on Abbey Street. If you are a Historic Environment Scotland member, consider using the facilities at Melrose Abbey.

Photos¶

scottish-borders/images/eildon-mid-hill-view.jpg — The distinctive triple peaks of the Eildon Hills.¶