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Sightseeing
The rooms visitors can discover at Abbotsford were left just as Scott kept them after his death and are packed full of the fascinating items he collected. Amongst them is one of the best examples in the world of an 18th Century writer’s personal library. Listen to our free audio guide as you walk through the rooms to experience all the historic house has to offer.
Standing on the banks of the River Tweed, Abbotsford was Sir Walter Scott’s creation and, after his death in 1832, somewhere visited by millions. It was built on the proceeds of a phenomenally successful literary career, and Scott became determined to keep it in his family as he worked to pay off huge debts after near-bankruptcy in 1825. Abbotsford is an enduring monument to the tastes, talents and personal tragedies of its creator.
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Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott
The rooms visitors can discover at Abbotsford were left just as Scott kept them after his death and are packed full of the fascinating items he collected. Amongst them is one of the best examples in the world of an 18th Century writer’s personal library. Listen to our free audio guide as you walk through the rooms to experience all the historic house has to offer.
Standing on the banks of the River Tweed, Abbotsford was Sir Walter Scott’s creation and, after his death in 1832, somewhere visited by millions. It was built on the proceeds of a phenomenally successful literary career, and Scott became determined to keep it in his family as he worked to pay off huge debts after near-bankruptcy in 1825. Abbotsford is an enduring monument to the tastes, talents and personal tragedies of its creator.
Wilton Lodge Park
12 Wilton Park RdMust for a visit to Hawick and large childrens' playpark
Borders Textile Towerhouse
1 Tower KnoweGreat free place to visit in Hawick
Hawick Museum
Interesting Museum in Hawick park (free)
Heart of Hawick
2 KirkstileNice cafe and interesting films on at the cinima
Scott's View
Nice drive around the scottish borders
As well as a swimming pool, Visitors to TLC can also enjoy a new gym and fitness studio, with a whole host of classes; there is a new welcome are and café with a relaxed seating area; for little ones there is a flume plus a multi-level soft play called Treasure Land!
Teviotdale Leisure Centre
6 Mansfield RdAs well as a swimming pool, Visitors to TLC can also enjoy a new gym and fitness studio, with a whole host of classes; there is a new welcome are and café with a relaxed seating area; for little ones there is a flume plus a multi-level soft play called Treasure Land!
Mary Queen of Scots' Visitor Centre
Queen StreetMust for a visit to Jedburgh
Jedburgh Abbey
Abbey Bridge EndNicest abbey in the Borders
City/town information
Home of Wilton lodge park, Hawick Museum, Textile Towerhouse and Teviotdate Leisure Centre
18 locals recommend
Hawick
Home of Wilton lodge park, Hawick Museum, Textile Towerhouse and Teviotdate Leisure Centre
The picturesque town of Melrose is located next to the Eildon Hills and is the birthplace of Rugby Sevens.
The triple peaks of the Eildon Hills are the most distinctive single landmark in the Scottish Borders. At their feet in the valley of the Tweed lies Melrose. Ruined Melrose Abbey dates from 1136. A casket discovered believed to contain the heart of Robert the Bruce was marked by a re-burial ceremony and commemorative stone tablet.
32 locals recommend
Melrose
The picturesque town of Melrose is located next to the Eildon Hills and is the birthplace of Rugby Sevens.
The triple peaks of the Eildon Hills are the most distinctive single landmark in the Scottish Borders. At their feet in the valley of the Tweed lies Melrose. Ruined Melrose Abbey dates from 1136. A casket discovered believed to contain the heart of Robert the Bruce was marked by a re-burial ceremony and commemorative stone tablet.
A rare gem almost lost to the modern high street; a historic town centre that radiates out from the largest cobbled town square in Scotland overlooked by elegant Georgian and Victorian buildings. Kelso boasts a spectacular shopping experience, alongside high street names there are more than 50 independent specialty shops from an ice cream parlour to traditional butchers, and country clothing to gift boutiques.
42 locals recommend
Kelso
A rare gem almost lost to the modern high street; a historic town centre that radiates out from the largest cobbled town square in Scotland overlooked by elegant Georgian and Victorian buildings. Kelso boasts a spectacular shopping experience, alongside high street names there are more than 50 independent specialty shops from an ice cream parlour to traditional butchers, and country clothing to gift boutiques.
Jedburgh
Home of Jedburgh Abbey, Jail and Mary Queen of Scot's house
Food scene
Adam's Kitchen
16 High StBest place for a meal in Hawick
Dryburgh Abbey Hotel
Great venue and good food
Auld Cross Keys Inn
Main StreetNice pub and good food
Buccleuch Arms
The GreenNice food, reasonably prices