Looks like a passing place on the road (on a blind corner). Look out for the green wheely bins and park up. Stunning views - drive round the corner to Scott's monument once you have soaked in the view.
A great viewpoint, with a couple of infoboards. The story of Scott's funeral procession was quite moving. Possible walks from the carpark. But no facilities.
One of the most attractive viewpoints in Scotland looking towards the Eildon Hills and it is easy to see why Scott loved it so much that his funeral procession stopped here on its way to Dryburgh Abbey. Small area to park safely which may be a slight problem in holiday periods and fine weekends, but that should not put anyone off taking this short detour from Melrose.
I've lived around these parts all my life, and I still stop here for a few minutes every single time I pass. This is one of the most stunning views to be found anywhere in the world!
Scott's view is lovely! It was nice to finish off the day here after seeing Walter Scott's house (Abbotsford House) and then where he is buried at Dryburgh Abbey. This area is beautiful, and it is definitely worth a short stop!
This is a beautiful place to be. It was Sir Walter Scott's favourite view and his horse and carrige stopped there every time he was up there - including on his way to be buried at nearby Dryburgh Abbey. It looks over to the Eildon Hills and well worth going to see.
Slightly off the beaten track, this view was a favourite of Sir Walter Scott [his funeral procession apparently paused here on the way to taking him for burial at Dryburgh Abbey] and whilst it is especially fine towards the Eildon Hills there are some other views in the area to match it. It is still very much worth seeing though and the information boards are useful.We could not find any mention as to why flowers are left part way down the slope in what seems to be a small shrine. Are these from Scott admirers? If so, please be ecologically aware and remove the cellophane or plastic from the flowers so as not to pollute this special place.
Being a scot and from the borders you get a wonderful feeling here but it does not matter what nationality you are you will be stunned by the views here take a picnic and enjoy
Sir Walter Scott used to pause here and be inspired by the views of his native land. During his funeral procession, his horses stopped at the site just as the master would have wished. This is a place of reverence and beauty.
Perfect place to stop for a picnic, whether travelling south/north or touring the area. The view is amazing and there are benches for a lovely 'sit'. There is parking for about 10 cars, which is ample. Allow for about a 30 minute stop.