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The Scottish Borders
The Scottish Borders is perfectly positioned as perhaps the easiest destination in Scotland to reach, full of rolling hills, open countryside and picturesque coastline. It's also rich in history, including spellbinding abbeys, textile mills and awe-inspiring stately homes and castles.
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Things to do
Lose yourself amongst the spectacular scenery of the Scottish Borders and experience a wonderful array of things to see and do.
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Castles and stately homes in the Scottish Borders
The south of Scotland is packed full of sumptuous stately homes and castles to explore
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Walking in the Scottish Borders
Visit the Scotland Starts Here website for walking routes and trails
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Cycling in the Scottish Borders
All you need to know about cycling in the Scottish Borders
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Tweed Valley Canoe Trail
Covering a 30-mile stretch of the majestic River Tweed, the first official canoe trail in the south of Scotland will launch in spring 2024.
Inspiration for Scottish Borders breaks
The Green House, accommodation in Selkirk
Places to Stay
Lose yourself amongst the spectacular scenery of the Scottish Borders and experience a wonderful array of things to see and do.
The Cheviot Hills
Tours, routes & trails
Check out our ideas for short breaks and trails to explore the wider region.
Unique experiences
The Scottish Borders is full of unique history and tradition, from its rich textile heritage to its epic outdoor activities in the Tweed Valley.
New taster trails at Glentress
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New MB trails at Glentress
A new network of trails is now open. Choose from green, blue, red and black network trails which link into the existing network and offer new descents. There are also taster trails – short stand-alone loops, a shared climb leading onto descents.
A new multi-user path is now open, providing almost 4 km of accessible trails for walkers, cyclists and those with limited mobility to enjoy. A remaining section will be completed in December.
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The Great Tapestry of Scotland
The Tapestry tells a compelling visual account of Scotland’s history, heritage and culture from its formation to present day.
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Hawick's cashmere industry
Discover the fascinating heritage of cashmere in the Scottish Borders
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Welcome to the Tweed Valley
Go Tweed Valley and discover Scotland’s year-round activity destination.
Map of the Scottish Borders
Explore The Scottish Borders
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How to travel to and around the Scottish Borders
The Scottish Borders is so simple to get to it's no wonder people return here time and again. Spanning 1,800 square miles, it sits just south of Edinburgh & The Lothians, to the north east of Dumfries & Galloway and borders with Northumberland in the north of England.
Getting to
Train
The Scottish Borders is accessible by train on the East Coast main line between London and Edinburgh, which stops at nearby Dunbar and North Berwick in East Lothian, and in Berwick-upon-Tweed, which is located just across the border with England.
Check out the LNER website for details
The Borders Railway makes the region more accessible than ever. Connecting Edinburgh with Tweedbank, the line allows for a journey time of just under an hour and calls at 10 charming towns in both Midlothian and the Borders.
Visit the Borders Railway website for more information
Bus and coach
Visit and explore the Scottish Borders by train and bus with the Borders Explorer pass. This all-in-one ticket includes rail travel to and from Edinburgh Waverley, as well as onward travel via Borders Buses from the Galashiels Transport Interchange to towns and villages including Hawick, Jedburgh, Peebles and Kelso.
Driving
Whether you drive or take the bus from north or south, it won't take long - you can reach the heart of the region from Edinburgh or Newcastle within two hours.
Travel by car on a choice of routes from England: the four main routes are the A1 in the east, the A7 and A68 in the central Borders and the A697 from the south. The most scenic route to take - where you can marvel at the beautiful scenery the second you reach the Scottish Borders - is the A68 at Carter Bar which takes you right into the heart of the region.
Getting around
Bus and coach
You could always sit back, relax and let someone else do the driving. Take one of the many bus services Borders Buses runs between the towns.
Driving
Enjoy the freedom of travelling in your own car or take the stress out of getting from place to place by making use of the excellent public transport links. The A1 in the east and the A7 and A68 all run through the central Borders while an extensive network of minor roads ensure all towns are within easy reach of one another.
Why not take one of the scenic driving routes and trails the area has to offer?
- Follow the Borders Historic Route for the most picturesque journey.
- Motorsport fans can pay homage to the former Formula One racing legend, Jim Clark, on the Jim Clark Trail.
- For an immersive experience, download the Reivers Road app for GPS triggered audio trails around the Scottish Borders.
What's on in the Scottish Borders

Mounted riders during Selkirk Common Ridings
Events
Experience what's going on across the Scottish Borders, from sporting activities to music and festivals.
Places to eat in the Scottish Borders

The Green House
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Food & Drink
With its lush landscapes and fertile farmlads, the Scottish Borders have plenty of fresh produce and delicious local food to enjoy.
A tip from your local expert

Scottish Crafts
Visit the Buy Design Gallery & Harestanes Visitor Centre before taking a walk to the 150ft tall Waterloo Monument on Peniel Heugh where you will be blown away by the uninterrupted panoramic views across The Borders.
Jackie
Assistant iCentre Manager, Jedburgh
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