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Viewpoints Β· Scottish Lowlands

Tweed Valley Forest Park Thornilee

In or near Walkerburn.

Free admission🐾 Dog-friendly

Tweed Valley Forest Park Thornilee is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.

Footpath at Thornielee (Thornylee) Forest - geograph.org.uk - 1371390

james denham β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
20 min–45 min
Best time of year
Clear days year-round
Nearest railway station
Galashiels Β· 9.0 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Tweed Valley Forest Park Thornilee is a named viewpoint in central Scotland, marked on Ordnance Survey maps for its outlook. It sits within the Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Galashiels, about 9.0 km away. Postcode area EH43.

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Place summary

Tweed Valley Forest Park Thornilee is a viewpoint located in central Scotland, postcode EH43. The park offers expansive views of the surrounding landscape, showcasing the natural beauty of the Tweed Valley region. It is a notable destination for outdoor activities and enjoying the scenic environment.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
55.6192, -2.9496
Postcode
EH43 6DA
Parliamentary constituency
Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk
Nearest railway station
Galashiels β€” 9 km

Sources

Other places nearby

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The Crags on Thornylee Craigs - geograph.org.uk - 809389πŸ“· 3

Battlefields & battle sites Β· Scottish Lowlands

Thornielee

Thornielee in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

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The Tweed valley at Thornielee - geograph.org.uk - 5888985πŸ“· 5

Literary houses Β· Scottish Lowlands

Elibank Castle

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Mountains & hills Β· Scottish Lowlands

Elibank Craig

Elibank Craig β€” mountain in scotland central. Elevation: 295 m.

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Mountains & hills Β· Scottish Lowlands

Cauld Face

Cauld Face β€” mountain in scotland central. Elevation: 356 m.

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The Tweed Valley from Southerly Nick - geograph.org.uk - 2470790πŸ“· 5

Mountains & hills Β· Scottish Lowlands

Southerly Nick

Southerly Nick β€” mountain in scotland central. Elevation: 398 m.

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Literary houses Β· Scottish Lowlands

Old Holylee House

Old Holylee House β€” a literary house museum in scotland central.

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Where to eat & stay near Tweed Valley Forest Park Thornilee

Places to stay

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Campsites Β· Scottish Lowlands

Tweedside Caravan Park

Tweedside Caravan Park β€” a campsite in scotland central.

Cavorting Cow - geograph.org.uk - 1706498πŸ“· 5

Caravan parks Β· Scottish Lowlands

Kilnknowe Park Caravan Site

Kilnknowe Park Caravan Site β€” a caravan park in scotland central.

Victoria Park, Selkirk - geograph.org.uk - 7903318πŸ“· 5

Campsites Β· Scottish Lowlands

Victoria Park Campsite

Victoria Park Campsite β€” a campsite in scotland central.

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A Selkirk cat - geograph.org.uk - 7412617πŸ“· 7

Hotels Β· Scottish Lowlands

The Glen Hotel

The Glen Hotel β€” a hotel in scotland central.

Freeβ™Ώβ†— glenhotel.co.uk
Knitted figure in the Market Place - geograph.org.uk - 8077884πŸ“· 7

Hotels Β· Scottish Lowlands

The County

The County β€” a hotel in scotland central.

Free↗ countyhotelselkirk.co.uk
Kingsknowe Hotel, Galashiels 1988 - geograph.org.uk - 4275442πŸ“· 7

Hotels Β· Scottish Lowlands

Kingsknowes Hotel

Kingsknowes Hotel β€” a hotel in scotland central.

Places to eat & drink

Roundabout in Clovenfords where the A72 and B710 meet - geograph.org.uk - 4775002πŸ“· 7

Historic pubs Β· Scottish Lowlands

Clovenfords Hotel, Clovenfords

Clovenfords Hotel, Clovenfords in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

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The 2025 Selkirk Standard Bearer, Darren Knox rides into Selkirk Market Square on his big day - geograph.org.uk - 8071243πŸ“· 6

Historic pubs Β· Scottish Lowlands

Town Arms Inn, 1 Market Place, Selkirk

Town Arms Inn, 1 Market Place, Selkirk in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

Shopkeepers of Peebles (2) - geograph.org.uk - 8304274πŸ“· 7

Historic pubs Β· Scottish Lowlands

The Keg Lounge Bar, 11 High Street, Peebles

The Keg Lounge Bar, 11 High Street, Peebles in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

Whinstone wall, Peebles - geograph.org.uk - 7955804πŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· Scottish Lowlands

Red Lion House, 36 Biggiesknowe, Peebles

Red Lion House, 36 Biggiesknowe, Peebles in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

Tower, Old Parish Church, Peebles - geograph.org.uk - 8087575πŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· Scottish Lowlands

The Bridge Inn, West Port, Peebles

The Bridge Inn, West Port, Peebles in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

Remembrance floral display, Eddleston - geograph.org.uk - 7348848πŸ“· 7

Restaurants Β· Scottish Lowlands

Horse Shoe Inn

Horse Shoe Inn β€” a restaurant in scotland central.

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A misty Cnoc nan Gabhar trig point - geograph.org.uk - 7183255πŸ“· 3

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Tweed Valley Forest Park Thornilee?
Tweed Valley Forest Park Thornilee is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH43 6DA).
What is Tweed Valley Forest Park Thornilee?
Tweed Valley Forest Park Thornilee is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
How do I get to Tweed Valley Forest Park Thornilee?
The nearest railway station is Galashiels, about 9.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH43 6DA.
Is Tweed Valley Forest Park Thornilee free to visit?
Yes, Tweed Valley Forest Park Thornilee is free to enter.
How do I get to Tweed Valley Forest Park Thornilee?
Drivers can navigate to postcode EH43 6DA. It sits within the Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk parliamentary constituency.