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Top 10 Activities

As recommended by Rachael and Billy, the hotel owners:

• Melrose abbey is reputably the burial place of Robert the Bruce’s, here marked with a commemorative stone plaque within the grounds.
• The River Tweed is the 2nd longest river in Scotland and produces more fish caught on the fly then any other river in Britain running from the start of February until the end of November, the river boasts the largest Salmon Season in the Country.
• Scott’s View – Looking onto the Eildon hills, this is a wonderful romantic spot and is so called because it was Sir Walter Scott’s favourite place for a picnic and contemplation.
• Melrose Seven’s – Held in April, a very special rugby event attracting rugby teams for all over the world.
• Southern Upland way at 212 miles is the largest official walk in Scotland, consisting of forest, farmland and hills. Made up of several smaller sections you can walk as much or as little as you like. The route starts at the west coast making its way through Galloway past the Moffat hills and St Mary’s loch to the river tweed. It then crosses the moors around Lauder before gentler farmland leads to cockburnspath at the east coast.
• Tartan and Tweed and Hawick cashmere visit Pringle in Hawick and Lacharron in Selkirk for beautiful made to measure Kilts and Cashmere.
• Glentress Forest lies 1 ½ miles east of Peebles. Ideal for walking, cycling, mountain biking, and horse riding. You can hire bikes at the Osprey car park. 

Hotel Walks and Scenic

Eildon Hills
Scott's View
River Tweed
Southen Upland Way
St. Cuthberts Way

Visitor Attractions

Visitor attractions in the Scottish Borders

Abbotsford
Dryburgh Abbey
Floors Castle
Melrose Abbey
Harestanes
Hawick Cashmere
Hirsel Country Park
Lochcarron
Teviot Smokery
Wallace Statue

Visitor attractions in Edinburgh

Royal Yacht Britannia
Scottish Parliament
Murrayfield Stadium
Edinburgh Festival

Thing to do with the children

Take a stroll down to Mainstreet trading, a delightful book shop and cafe.  On Saturday mornings between 11-11.30am the children can enjoy storytelling whilst mums and dads enjoy coffee and cake in the pretty cafe set within the bookshop.

Horse Riding

There are a number of equestrian centres throughout the Borders and with some prior warning we can accommodate all types of riders from novice to expert.

Ballooning

Champagne balloon flights regularly depart from the village green next to the Hotel. Flight Vouchers make a wonderful present for special occasions such as Christmas, birthdays and anniversaries. Vouchers are valid for 12 months. You can choose your preferred flight date at the time of purchase or leave the voucher 'open' so the recipient can choose when to take their adventure. The balloon flights are not operated by the Hotel but a dedicated professional company who also fly from other locations around the country. The can be contacted by the details below.

Telephone 01434 689122
www.ballooningadventures.co.uk

Swimming

Although there is no pool on site, we are happy to organise pool bookings for guests at the nearby public baths in Selkirk, Gala or Kelso.

Scottish Borders Tours

Explore the beauty and rich heritage of Scotland's Borderland with Scottish Borders Tours. Hilde Paxton will take you on a magical journey discovering the region's stunning historic buildings and landmarks, and will ensure your visit to the area is as warm and welcoming as possible.

Outdoor, Country and Shooting Clothing from A Hume, Kelso
A Hume in Kelso are stockists of top quality outdoor, country and shooting clothing for men, and can attire you for any occasion whether sporting, casual or formal.

Sports – link to sporting breaks

Towns Nearby

Melrose, Kelso, Jedburgh, Hawick, Selkirk, Galashiels

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"Without wishing to detract from the excellent backroom staff, we found the staff in the bar and dining room exceptionally pleasant and helpful"

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