Ideal for first timers, families and novices, the Caddrouns route is short and sweet with excellent views.
Liddel Valley
From the car park, the road climbs up through open fields. This can be quite hard going, especially if it’s windy, so pacing yourself is recommended. Over a cattle grid and the road flattens – a good spot to catch a breather and take in the stunning views across the
Liddel Valley and beyond.
Bearing left, the next section is a steady pedal along a forest road, which gradually climbs to the furthest point of the route. Here, the trail drops away down the Caddrouns, the route's only section of
singletrack. This section, weaving down through the trees, is fun to ride, but being quite steep and loose in places with some tight turns, care is required.
Priesthill burn
At the foot of the Caddrouns, turn left and rejoin the forest road. This final section is a gentle downhill ride, running along side the
Priesthill Burn back towards the car park. On the way you’ll pass the ponds, which make an ideal spot for some wildlife watching, a picnic or even a quick snooze!
During late 2007, 1.5km of singletrack will be added to the route. It'll be designed to swoop through the trees, crossing the more boggy areas on low level boardwalk, a promises to be a lot of fun to ride.
Distance: 5.5km10% singletrackEstimated time to ride the route: 1 - 1.5 hours
For more information, including trail conditions, please see the official 7stanes website - the link is on the right hand side of this page.
How to get there:
Caddrouns Blue can be started from Dykecrofts Car Park in Newcastleton Forest which is part of Forests of the Scottish Borders. Newcastleton is the nearest town or village.
From Canonbie or Bonchester Bridge take the B 6357, then take the unclassified road at the southern end of Newcastleton village and follow the signs for Dykecrofts.
OS Grid Reference: NY501874