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Scotts View by Melrose.
In the footsteps of Sir Walter Scott
Discover the landscapes that inspired Sir Walter Scott - poet, novelist, and guardian of Scotland’s romantic soul. This one day tour traces his life from city to countryside.
“This is my own, my native land.”
- Sir Walter Scott, the Lay of the Last Minstrel, 1805.
Sir Walter was born in Edinburgh - and if your tour starts in the Capital we will pass by the street of his birth in 1771. His ancestral home was the to the South of the city where he spent a significant time at a young age.
The journey continues into the heart of the Scottish Borders, where Sir Walter would build his beloved and magnificent Abbotsford House, near the beautiful town of Melrose. Surrounded by rolling hills, ancient ruins, and the River Tweed, this was the place he called home - and where he penned the stories that shaped Scotland’s national identity.
Typical Itinerary:
AM:
09.00 - Pick up at your chosen location. (Timing based on an Edinburgh departure).
Embark on a scenic drive to the Scottish Borders and visit some beautiful viewpoints and historic spots, including one of Sir Walter's favourite places on earth.
Visit Abbotsford House, Scott’s extraordinary dream home. Explore the house, wander the gardens, browse the visitor centre, and enjoy lunch. Alternatively, we can take a short drive into Melrose for lunch and a chance to experience a classic Borders “toon.”
PM:
Continue through the Borders countryside to discover more of Scott’s favourite places, including Scott's View, Smailholm Tower, Kelso and the serene and atmospheric Dryburgh Abbey, where he was laid to rest.
18:00 - Drop off at your chosen location. (Timing based on an Edinburgh return.)
Price on Request
Departure days
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January — December
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9 Queens Acre
Kelso
Roxburghshire
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TD5 7UN
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Drummond Scottish Tours
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