Lochcarron of Scotland Visitor Centre

Step into the Scottish Borders

The Scottish Borders is bursting with picturesque valleys, landscapes and rolling hills that will transport you back in time to a world full of history and heritage.

Uncover the historic heartland of the Scottish Borders through atmospheric Abbeys, grand stately homes and historic castles. Explore Jedburgh, Kelso, Dryburgh and Melrose Abbeys for a lesson on the region’s turbulent past, or join in with traditions at the popular Common Ridings in Kelso, Hawick and Selkirk.

Venture to the adrenaline-filled outdoors for mountain biking at 7stanes in Glentress & Innerleithen and Newcastleton, try your luck fishing in the River Tweed, or enjoy sailing, fishing and walking at St Mary’s Loch.

Taste some of the area’s local produce at restaurants, such as Hergés on the Loch, Firebrick Brasserie, and Seasons! Or explore the region’s historic breweries and try a beer at Born in the Borders, Tempest Brewery, Traquair Brewery, or Broughton Ales.

Take a trip on one of Scotland’s Great Scenic Railway Journeys – the Borders Railway – to witness some of the Borders’ most picturesque sites. Onward bus travel from Galashiels allows you to explore more of the Scottish Borders, giving you the perfect view of the passing countryside.

For adventure, historic sites and beautiful landscapes, step into the Scottish Borders!

Scottish Borders:
Abbotsford House:
Melrose Abbey:
Kelso Abbey:
Dryburgh Abbey:
Jedburgh Abbey:
Dawyck Botanic Garden:
Thirlestane Castle:
Bowhill House and Country Estate:
TweedLove Bike Festival:
Kailzie Gardens:
St Mary’s Loch:
St Abb’s Head NNR:
Return to the Ridings:
Heritage Hub:
Border Textiles Towerhouse:
Hawico Cashmere:
Lochcarron of Scotland:
Hergés on the Loch:
Born in the Borders:
Firebrick Brasserie:
Seasons:
Cocoa Black:
Giacopazzi’s Ice Cream:
Borders Railway:
Gunsgreen House:
River Tweed Fishing:
Teviot Game Fare Smokery:
Broughton Ales:
Traquair Brewery:
7stanes Glentress:
7stanes Newcastleton:
Robert Smail’s Printing Works:
Borders Book Festival:
Velvet Hall Alpacas:
Lindean Mill Glass

Scottish Borders Art Glass


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Moorcroft Cottage Near Banff - Self catering holiday accommodation Scotland

In a peaceful setting in the grounds of Mountcoffer House, a 17th century mansion house just 3 miles from Banff on Scotland's sunny north east coast, Moorcroft Cottage has its own separate drive and enclosed garden, and lovely views over the Deveron Valley. With excellent golf courses nearby and all the quaint fishing villages in the area to explore, this is an excellent base for a relaxing family holiday.