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Marilyn · Borders

Turner Cleuch Law

The name means 'hill' in Gaelic. A 551m hill in the Tweed valley of the Scottish Borders with at least 150m of prominence — enough to feel like a real summit rather than a shoulder. The modest height belies the quality of the walking.

Quick facts

Height
551m/ 1807ft
Difficulty
2 / 5Moderate
Grid ref
NT 28739 20444

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Standard route

A steady ascent through the rolling farmland and hidden valleys of the Borders to the 551m summit. The walking is straightforward with clear views opening up as you gain height. Allow 2-4 hours.

Terrain

Smooth, grassy hills characteristic of the Borders. Well-maintained paths and drove roads make navigation straightforward.

In winter

Borders winters are gentle by Scottish standards. Snow is infrequent and rarely deep. These hills are walkable year-round with standard gear.

Best time of year

Getting there

  • Glasgow3h 4m
  • Edinburgh1h 14m

OS maps: OS Landranger 73, OS Explorer 330, OS Explorer 337

Current conditions

Daylight Today

16h 49mwalking daylight
Sunrise
05:29
Sunset
20:50
Civil dawn
04:45
Civil dusk
21:34

NOAA Solar Calculator · 2 May 2026

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