Mountain biking in the South of Scotland: big country riding, rolling hills, views to die for and mile upon mile of technical singletrack – it's all here! See more video clips.

Bike hire now at Newcastleton
7stanes Newcastleton now has local bike hire at Rock UK's Whithaugh Park Centre. Rock UK is one of the UK's largest providers of outdoor education and adventure. For more information call 013873 75394, email whithaugh@rockuk.org, or visit www.rockuk.org/centres/whithaugh-park.
The 7stanes sites:
The Wild West. A long forest road-based ride, fun routes for families/beginners and a great blue grade trail, all with stunning scenery. Seasonal café, bike hire can be arranged.
Home to some of the best singletrack in the country (and McMoab!). Something for everyone with the seasonal café, bike hire and kids' play area.
Great rocky trails of all grades. Includes The Slab and other notable features.
Magnificent flowing singletrack for all, and a North Shore test piece for experts. Café, bike shop & hire.
A fine blend of family trails and rough & tough for the more experienced rider. Café, bike shop & hire.
Probably the best biking centre in Britain. Everything from beginners' trails to extreme downhill. Café, bike shop & hire at Glentress.
Close to the Scotland / England border and with shorter routes at all levels, this is a good introduction to the 7stanes.
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