Gala Circuit Walk
11 minute walk from Galashiels station · Edinburgh and South East · Free entry
The Gala Circuit is a challenging 17-mile (28 km) circular hike that showcases the beauty of the Borders. Starting around Gala Policies, a peaceful woodland park on the edge of town, the route follows parts of the Southern Upland Way and climbs Neidpath Hill, where you’ll find old stone cairns and fine vistas. The trail continues through Clovenfords (once a vineyard village), Ladhope Moor, and Langlee Woodland, taking in varied terrain—including forest, moor, farmland, and minor roads. With almost 3,200 ft (970 m) of ascent and descent, it’s a rewarding but demanding route, best suited to fit walkers.
Visitor information
- Place type
- Walking route
- Good for
- Scenic viewpoints, Trees & woodlands, Walking
- Characteristics
- Hilltop, Open-air, Woodland
- Admission
- Free
- Region
- Edinburgh and South East
Stations within walking distance
- Galashiels station — 11 min walk, 0.8 km
Other places near Galashiels
- Hike and Bike Hub — 2 min walk from the station
- Our Lady & St Andrew — 3 min walk from the station
- Great Tapestry of Scotland — 5 min walk from the station
- Old Gala House — 8 min walk from the station
- Ladhope Recreation Ground Walk — 9 min walk from the station
- Buckholm Circular Walk — 9 min walk from the station