Walkers are welcome at Innerleithen too, although please note that it’s unsafe to walk on the mountain bike trails. Part of The Southern Upland way runs nearby through Traquair village, the starting point of the Traquair to Melrose section.
The Meteorite at Glentress
The nearest stane to Innerleithen is at nearby Glentress. This six ton Ledmore marble stane contains text carved in Klingon, with the eery implication that it may not be of this world.
If you’re curious about the name, ‘stane’ is the Scottish word for stone, and at each of the 7 Stanes locations, across Dumfries and Galloway and the Scottish Borders, you’ll find a unique stane reflecting a local myth or legend.
Facilities
There is parking available at Innerleithen 7 Stanes, as well as picnic facilities, but for public toilets and places to eat, head into Innerleithen. Please be aware there may be parking charges.
Getting to Innerleithen 7 Stanes
From the main road through Innerleithen village, look for the road sign for ‘7stanes Trails’ next to St James’ Church. The car park is half a mile along this road on the left.
If you’re using Sat Nav, EH44 6PW is the nearest postcode – a little to the south-west.
(Trail information: Forestry Commission Scotland)
