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Glentress Forest

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Glentress Forest, in the Tweed Valley near Peebles, is run by Forestry and Land Scotland and is known for mountain biking. It has a visitor centre, café, bike hire and a Wildlife Hub with osprey cams.

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Where to stay

  • PeeblesNearest town with hotels and B&Bs, about 10 minutes away
  • InnerleithenVillage at the Tweed Valley trails, about 10 minutes away
  • GalashielsBorders town about 30 minutes away
  • MelroseAbbey town about 35 minutes away
  • EdinburghCapital with the widest choice, about 50 minutes away

Getting there

  • Nearest postcode is EH45 8NB; the turn-off is signposted on the north side of the A72 between Peebles and Innerleithen
  • Parking uses number plate recognition: free up to 30 minutes, then £3 to £6 for the day
  • Gateway building opens daily 9am to 5pm; the café opens 10am to 5pm
TipThe site notes forestry works and storm effects, so follow signage and turn back if anything looks unsafe. Check for ticks and open water notices.

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Questions people ask

Where is the best place to stay near Glentress Forest?

Peebles: Nearest town with hotels and B&Bs, about 10 minutes away. Innerleithen: Village at the Tweed Valley trails, about 10 minutes away. Galashiels: Borders town about 30 minutes away. Melrose: Abbey town about 35 minutes away. Edinburgh: Capital with the widest choice, about 50 minutes away.

How do I get to Glentress Forest?

Nearest postcode is EH45 8NB; the turn-off is signposted on the north side of the A72 between Peebles and Innerleithen. Parking uses number plate recognition: free up to 30 minutes, then £3 to £6 for the day. Gateway building opens daily 9am to 5pm; the café opens 10am to 5pm.

Any tips for visiting Glentress Forest?

The site notes forestry works and storm effects, so follow signage and turn back if anything looks unsafe. Check for ticks and open water notices.

Which airport is closest to Glentress Forest?

The nearest airport on this site is Edinburgh Airport, about 23 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.