Golf & Sporting Breaks in the Scottish Borders
Spring, Summer, Autumn & Winter...
We are here to take care of your every reason to visit us. Whatever the season and whatever that month may bring.
The Scottish Borders is packed with things to see and do. Our diary of events lists many local and national reasons to visit and acts as a reminder to those of you we see on an annual basis.
From the Spring mornings where golfers start appearing back, the Summer mayhem through to the Autumn where yet more golfers mix with couples on short and long breaks on our Autumn Gold Offer which is always such a winner.
The fires are lit for the winter when we hope to be storing plenty of salmon from the River Tweed and fishermen recount their daily stories at the bar. Similarly the shooting season brings hunters from far and wide in search of all sorts of game where we try to find the best quarry for them, whether this is driven, rough, mixed or even practice at nearby Braidwood Clays.
As you may imagine our menus are seasonal too. We try to change our Bar menu according to season, whilst our restaurant menu changes daily. Our chefs always try to create a menu that reflects local and national produce, quality with value for money and of course the changing seasons.
Golf | Walking | Fishing | Horse Riding | Shooting | Ballooning | Kelso Races
Golf Breaks in the Scottish Borders
Golfing breaks represent the biggest sporting market share here at the Buccleuch Arms Hotel. Due to this we offer as much advice and help on courses, tee times, meal bookings, buggies, travel time and storage as we can.
The Freedom of the Fairways represents the best value golf ticket available in the Borders and full details are in the Sports Breaks section of this web site. Residents discounts for a number of local course can be made by contacting reception.
Walking in the Scottish Borders
St Cuthbert's Way is a 62-mile walk through attractive and highly varied countryside between the Scottish Borders town of Melrose and Lindisfarne or Holy Island off the coast of Northumberland.
The walk is named after the 7th century saint. Cuthbert was a native of the Borders who spent his life in the service of the church. He began his work at Melrose Abbey. He achieved the status of Bishop, and when he died he was buried on Holy Island. He was called a saint eleven years after his death, when his coffin was opened and his remains found to be perfectly preserved.
It is, of course, a compelling walk if you are interested in religious history. For more general historians there are the abbeys at Melrose, Jedburgh and Dryburgh, a Roman signalling station and a Roman road, not to mention the border itself, a violent battleground in the Middle Ages. And for everyone there is the excitement of the causeway, only passable at low tide, to Holy Island.
Fishing in the Scottish Borders
Salmon and trout fishing is available on the world famous River Tweed which is just minutes from the Hotel's door. The season here is one of the longest, running from 1st February until the 30th November and with prior notice we can arrange a day's fishing and equipment hire. Secure storage for all equipment as well as drying facilities are available.
Horse Riding in the Scottish Borders
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.
Shooting in the Scottish Borders
The Scottish Borders and surrounding countryside is just perfect for shooting of all shapes and sizes.
We can advise and help with days to suit all types of shooting parties. From pigeon, walked up rough days, driven shooting, duck and geese.
Just 3 miles up the road is Braidwood Sporting clays with great facilities for all and worth taking a look at their latest developments.
www.braidwoodsc.freeserve.co.uk
Ballooning in the Scottish Borders
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
Kelso Races
Just 12 miles away, Kelso race course holds regular meetings between October and May each year. We have put together a great package to enable you to enjoy the racing around any of the fixtures.
KELSO RACES OFFER
Stay any 2 nights around a Kelso race meeting for £59.00 pppn dinner, bed & breakfast. Includes members badge & race card (worth £22.00) and, if necessary, transport to and from the races.
John Smith's Package: Stay 2 nights around a Kelso race meeting for £124.00 pp Dinner, Bed & Breakfast. Includes paddock entry, race card, a Pint of John Smiths & a Pie in the John Smiths Bar, and if necessary, transport to & from the races.
Members package: As above, however, includes entry to members enclosure. £130.00 pp DBB for a 2 night stay.
Race Meetings
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.