Discover Bowhill, the Scottish Borders' hidden treasure...
Beside winding glens and heathery hills, an enchanting Country Estate full of activities awaits you! You'll find waymarked walks with stunning views and wildlife, beautiful gardens, tree trails, fishing and a fantastic adventure playground for little ones. There's even soft play for the under 6s and an award-winning Ranger service who often run events (see website for further details).
On special dates throughout the year, Bowhill House opens its doors for guided tours where you can see items from the world-renowned Buccleuch art collection. You'll find masterworks by Canaletto, Raeburn, Reynolds and Gainsborough alongside beautiful silverware, porcelain and French furniture. Relics of the Duke of Monmouth, Queen Victoria and Sir Walter Scott are also on display.
Even when the House isn't open you can find out more about the history and heritage of the family and house in our new exhibition, Love and Respect in the Victorian Age. Discover the story of the 5th Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch - the real story that is - not how the Duchess is depicted on the hit ITV show Victoria!
In the Courtyard you can refresh yourself with home baking or lunch in the Minstrel Tearoom and visit the historic Victorian kitchen.
For more than seven centuries the Scotts of Buccleuch have been part of Scottish Borders history and their principal house, Bowhill is today home to the Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch and Queensberry and a part of the internationally renowned Buccleuch art collection.
We look forward to welcoming you to Bowhill soon.
" We had a lovely visit today, credit to your staff, each and every one was polite but most of all happy! Can't wait for summer revisits" - Facebook review, Easter 2016
Opening Times:
Bowhill Grounds will be open during July and August on Friday, Saturday and Sunday each week from 11am-3pm.
Entrance prices will be £3 per adult and free for children.
Tickets should be booked on-line before your arrival
