Join Biggar Adventure for a scenic 3-hour canoe trip along the River Tweed in Peebles. Perfect for all skill levels, this journey offers stunning views and a peaceful paddle through Scotland’s picturesque countryside. Discover why this stretch of the Tweed is a local favorite for outdoor enthusiasts looking for a relaxed, nature-filled escape.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels with basic mobility; no prior paddling experience required.
Wildlife
History
The River Tweed has historically been a vital trade route and is famous for its salmon fishing heritage.
Conservation
Biggar Adventure emphasizes eco-friendly practices, ensuring that paddlers leave minimal impact on the environment.
Biggar Adventure
Join Biggar Adventure for a scenic 3-hour canoe trip along the River Tweed in Peebles. Perfect for all skill levels, this journey offers stunning views and a peaceful paddle through Scotland’s picturesque countryside. Discover why this stretch of the Tweed is a local favorite for outdoor enthusiasts looking for a relaxed, nature-filled escape.
Biggar Adventure delivers a range of outdoor experiences across Edinburgh and the Scottish Borders. Specialising in canoe trips, archery sessions, climbing at Blackford Quarry and team-focused raft building, the operator lists sessions that suit families, groups and outdoor enthusiasts.
Trips take place at multiple sites named in individual experiences, including Blackford Quarry (Edinburgh), Broughton Primary School, St Mary's Loch (near Peebles), Yair Bridge, Peebles, Stobo, Innerleithen, Biggar and Melrose. Session lengths vary by experience — from a 90-minute archery session to 1.5-hour loch paddles and full-day River Tweed journeys of 5–6 hours — and many summaries note practical kit suggestions such as waterproofs, snacks and a change of clothes.
Biggar Adventure lists canoe hire alongside guided canoe routes and social paddles, including short trips between Peebles and Innerleithen and longer 22 km River Tweed day trips. Climbing sessions at Blackford Quarry finish with an abseil, while archery options include school-field sessions suitable for young participants aged 8 and up. Raft building is presented as a collaborative, hands-on challenge that tests creativity and teamwork.
Information provided in each trip summary highlights meeting locations, approximate durations and recommended kit. Prospective participants can review individual experience details and booking information where the trips are advertised.
Experiences Listed
14 experiences listed
Varied activities across multiple pages
Operating Areas
Edinburgh & Scottish Borders
Sites include Peebles, Biggar, Melrose
Activity Types
Canoeing, Archery, Climbing, Raft building
Outdoor skills and team challenges
Session Lengths
90 min – 6 hrs
Short sessions to full-day trips
Choose a canoe trip, archery session or climbing day with Biggar Adventure — view dates, trip details and kit notes on The Adventure Collective and book today.
Wear Appropriate Footwear
Ensure your shoes are water-resistant and provide good grip for launching and landing.
Bring Snacks for the Halfway Break
Pack a small snack or picnic to enjoy during the designated stop, adding to the relaxed pace of the trip.
Check Weather Forecast
Scottish weather can change quickly—dress in layers and be prepared for rain or sun.
Bring Sun Protection
Use sunscreen, sunglasses, and hats to stay comfortable during sunny periods.
Water-resistant clothing
Protects against splashes and helps you stay comfortable throughout the trip.
Sun protection
Helps prevent sunburns during sunny paddling sessions.
summer
Snacks and water
Keeps you energized and hydrated, especially during the halfway break.
Hat and sunglasses
Provides extra sun protection and comfort during warm days.
summer