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MTB: 7stanes Newcastleton

What: Newcastleton is a great biking centre for families, novices and those who enjoy a more testing time on two wheels. Steeped in border history, Newcastleton was home to the Border Reivers who raided cattle and pillaged the debatable lands.

Green and Blue routes follow grassy tracks with some climbing, plus wide swooping singletrack. Red route uses fire roads and a higher percentage of singletrack with man-made sections, banks and berms.

Facilities include parking, Olive Branch cafe (open 10.30am - 4.30pm). Dykecrofts Forest Classroom. Mountain bike hire. Horse riding.

Where: Getting there - Exit M6 at Jn 44. Follow A7 north to Canonbie. Take B6357 to Newcastleton, at southern end of village take unclassified road, following signs for Dykecrofts.

Link: www.7stanesmountainbiking.com