Links - Other Local Websites

attractions, services & borders information

The following links will take you to websites offering information on local places of interest. Whether you are a couple planning to get married in The Borders, a keen fisherman, an avid hill walker or a window shopper, hopefully there is something here for you.

Visit the Tweed Valley:

places & attractions

Traquair House

"The oldest inhabited house in Scotland" was home to many kings and queens and lies just a few minutes away across the Tweed river. If you are getting married at Traquair, Caddon View can provide the extra accomodation, and catering, your wedding party may need. 

The Hub in the Forest

In recent years Innerleithen has become something of a mecca for mountain bikers. The Hub is the place to visit for anyone wishing to explore the many bike trails in Tweeddale.

For the world's best mountain biking  

Caerlee Mill -  Caerlee mill has a rich history as Scotland's oldest continually operating textile mill, located in Innerleithen

www.singletrackbikes.co.uk - bikes and clothing for sale in Galashiels

Mellerstain House

Mellerstain is one Scottish architect Robert Adam's finest creations. This masterpiece of Georgian grandeur has beautiful interiors, as well as some lovely walks. In high summer the rose garden is beautiful, and the little tea room provides welcome refreshments. The house is far less well known than it should be.

Robert Smail's Printing Works

Another little-known Borders gem, the Printing Works will delight ‘children of all ages’ and anyone interested to discover (and try) for themselves printing as it was done a century ago. Gen and the rest of the National Trust for Scotland staff will make you glad it was raining that day! Call on 01896 830206 to check opening times. You can find out more about the Trust's properties in the Borders on their website.

Tweed Valley Osprey Project

Fantastic opportunities in spring and summer to see some of these magnificent Scottish birds as they rear chicks at their nests. Nearby Kailzie Gardens and Glentress Forest both have viewing centres.

websites & information

FishTweed

Information site for the Tweed's excellent salmon & trout fishing. Caddon View makes a great base for several good local beats.

Tweed Guide

Guided all inclusive (equipment and permits) day packages for Wild Brown Trout/Grayling and Atlantic Salmon on the Tweed, one of Europe's premier rivers. Qualified instructors also available.

Tel: 00 44 (0)7962 401770 or 00 44 (0) 1750 22279
Email us On [email protected]

Outdoor Diary

For a handy way to find out about many of the outdoor events taking place in and around the Borders when you're visiting, check Outdoor Diary's events calendar.

Great local walks at Walk in Scotland & WalkingWorld

Handy sites for all you regular ramblers, hikers and trekkers - you need a subscription to get all the info at WalkingWorld, but judging by the selection of walks detailed just in the Borders it may be well worth it.

holiday services

Scotland's Personal Hotels

A selection of Independent hotels across Scotland.

Make Tracks

For walking holidays in Scotland, including the Southern Upland Way, make tracks!

 

The Eildon hills, which overlook the nearby pretty market town of Melrose.

www.visitsouthernscotland.com - Tourist information for southern Scotland.

www.southernuplandway.com - Walking holidays in southern Scotland.

www.gallowayforestpark.com - Discover the wild beauty of Britain's largest forest park.

www.gallowaycountryfair.co.uk - Southern Scotland’s popular annual country fair

GUESTS AND FRIENDS WEBSITE LINKS

www.skimagic.co.uk - Super catered chalet holidays in La Tania in the Trois Vallees.

www.sussexmuddyarse.wordpress.com - The club for mountain bikers in Sussex and the South Downs

www.lescrouquets.net- Visit les Crouquets for a wonderful holiday in rural France.

OTHER

Innerleithen Music Festival