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Jedburgh

Scotland, United Kingdom · Europe

About Jedburgh

Jedburgh is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Saint Boswells, 30km from Northumberland Dark Sky Park.

Jedburgh is a town located in Scotland, United Kingdom. With a population of 3,860, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Jedburgh sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Jedburgh to your route.

About Jedburgh

Jedburgh ( JED-bər-ə; Scottish Gaelic: Deadard; Scots: Jeddart or Jethart) is a town and former royal burgh in the Scottish Borders and the traditional county town of the historic county of Roxburghshire.

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What are the best things to do in Jedburgh?

Jedburgh offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Jedburgh located?

Jedburgh is located in Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 55.4800 latitude, -2.5520 longitude.

What is the population of Jedburgh?

Jedburgh has a population of approximately 3,860 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
3,860
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
Scotland
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
55.4800, -2.5520

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Jedburgh

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

ancient ruins

Melrose Abbey

Exquisite ruined Cistercian abbey in the Scottish Borders, believed to hold the embalmed heart of Robert the Bruce.

17 km · about 20 min drive

national park

Northumberland Dark Sky Park

Europe's largest area of protected dark sky covering 572 square miles, offering some of the best stargazing in England.

30 km · about 35 min drive

museum

Jim Clark Motorsport Museum

Modern museum honoring the two-time F1 World Champion with his trophies, helmets, and an immersive racing experience.

34 km · about 40 min drive

landmark

Holy Island (Lindisfarne)

Tidal island accessible only at low tide via a causeway, home to the atmospheric priory ruins where the Lindisfarne Gospels were created.

52 km · about 60 min drive

ancient ruins

Hadrian's Wall

The 73-mile Roman frontier fortification stretching across northern England, built in 122 AD with forts, milecastles, and turrets marking the edge of the Roman Empire.

52 km · about 60 min drive

castle

Alnwick Castle

A medieval castle in Northumberland that doubled as Hogwarts in the Harry Potter films, the second largest inhabited castle in England.

54 km · about 60 min drive

castle

Bamburgh Castle

Imposing Norman fortress perched on a volcanic outcrop above miles of golden beach, once the royal seat of the ancient Kingdom of Northumbria.

55 km · about 65 min drive

cathedral

Rosslyn Chapel

A 15th-century chapel of astonishing carved stonework near Edinburgh, made famous by The Da Vinci Code.

57 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Jedburgh

  • 64 kmArthur's Seat, EdinburghAncient volcanic peak rising 251 metres in the heart of Edinburgh, offering panoramic city views from its dramatic summit.
  • 66 kmThe Royal MileEdinburgh's historic spine of cobbled streets and closes linking the castle to Holyrood Palace, lined with landmarks.
  • 66 kmCalton HillAn accessible hilltop crowned with neoclassical monuments, giving the classic skyline view of Edinburgh at sunset.
  • 79 kmQueensferry CrossingThe world's longest three-tower cable-stayed bridge, opened in 2017, carrying the M90 high over the Firth of Forth alongside its famous Victorian and 1960s neighbours: three centuries of bridges in one view.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

May to September

Far northern latitude: short daylight hours outside summer make long drives harder.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Jedburgh.

Saint Boswells

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

12 km awayPop. 1,400

Newtown St Boswells

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

13 km awayPop. 1,330

Maxwellheugh

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

15 km awayPop. 1,160

Kelso

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

15 km awayPop. 6,870

Hawick

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

16 km awayPop. 13,512

Melrose

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

17 km awayPop. 2,500

Earlston

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

19 km awayPop. 1,780

Tweedbank

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

19 km awayPop. 2,100

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