Help Us Revive the Border Reiver Trail 60

Help us bring the Border Reiver Trail 60 back to life – preserving history, boosting tourism, and creating a world-class visitor experience across the Borderlands.

Our Story

We are a passionate group of local volunteers, heritage organisations, and community supporters working through The Border Reiver Trail Charity (SC050399) to restore and develop one of the most unique historical trails in the UK.

The Borderlands can certainly give the Highlands a run for their money. The story of the Border Reivers echoes through the hills and valleys between England and Scotland – a time of resilience, survival, and unforgettable history.

Today, that story still lives on in our castles, kirkyards, and tower houses.

But the trail that tells this story needs your help.

What We’re Doing

The Border Reiver Trail 60 is a 60-mile heritage route through Canonbie, Langholm, Teviothead, and Newcastleton – with Gilnockie Tower at its heart.

Thanks to incredible community support, Phase 1 refurbishment is nearly complete. Volunteers have repaired and replaced signage, bringing the original trail back to life.

Now we need your help for what comes next.

Our Goal: £61,855

We are raising funds to deliver the next stages of this exciting project.

Phase 2 – Innovation, Interpretation & Learning (5-Year Vision)

- Replace and redesign trail signage

- Introduce QR codes with audio storytelling

- Create immersive visitor experiences through history and sound

Phase 3 – Trail Expansion (10-Year Vision)

- Expand from 10 to 21 heritage sites

- Develop new interpretation panels and educational content

- Build a world-class visitor experience across the Borderlands

How Your Donation Helps

Your support will directly fund:

- New signage and interpretation panels

- Interactive QR and audio guide development

- Trail maintenance and long-term preservation

- Expansion to new historic locations

Every pound helps secure the future of this unique heritage route.

Why It Matters

- Supports local tourism and jobs

- Brings more visitors to our towns and businesses

- Encourages longer stays across the Borderlands

- Creates educational opportunities for schools and researchers

- Preserves our heritage for future generations

Why Donate Now

We are aiming to begin Phase 2 in mid-2026.

To make this happen, we need to reach our fundraising target as soon as possible – your support now will help us move forward with planning, design, and installation.

Support Us Today

The Border Reivers were known for their resilience.

With your help, we can honour their legacy and ensure their story is never forgotten.

Please donate today and be part of bringing the Reiver Trail back to life.

Make Your Donation Go Further

If you're a UK taxpayer, please remember to tick Gift Aid – it adds 25% to your donation at no extra cost.

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Learn more: https://theborderreivertrail.co.uk/

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