The Scottish Borders cover a vast area, stretching from the east coast to rural Dumfriesshire & from the more populous Lothians to the border with Engl&. Although there are no very high mountains, the Borders have always attracted walkers keen to explore the quiet moorlands, rolling hills, ancient woodland & rugged coast, as well as the romantic ruins of abbeys & castles, grand estates & rich literary heritage of the area. Ancient native tribes & Roman legions left their mark on this landscape, as did years of fierce warfare with our southern neighbours & raiding by ruthless Border Reivers. These 40 walks will introduce you to some of the fascinating history which shaped this most intriguing, as well as beautiful region.