All Nature & Outdoor Activities

A beautiful spot, surrounded by woodlands to take a walk. Be aware there's no path all around the 36 acre reservoir

Talla Reservoir is located a mile southeast from Tweedsmuir in the Scottish Borders. It is an earth-work dam fed by Talla Water and supplies water…

This circular is easier than its length suggests because it follows forestry tracks and has super views over the Tweed Valley hills. Duration: 3-4hours

Explore mature woodlands on whin pathways to woodlands, riverside and ponds. There are path links to Gorebridge and Arniston Estate.

Baddinsgill Reservoir is a reservoir close to Carlops. The reservoir occupies about 23.7 hectares

Melville Golf Centre is truly a golfing centre of excellence.

The Stobo Japanese Water Garden was created over a hundred years ago and is a serene and tranquil hidden gem in the grounds of Stobo…

One of three salmon pools on this bend in the River Tweed.

The Borders Abbeys Way is a route linking the four great ruined abbeys in the region in Kelso, Jedburgh, Melrose and Dryburgh. Distance: 68 miles

Gladhouse Reservoir is the largest area of freshwater in the Lothians. It was created in 1879 by the engineer James Leslie

An iron foundry was established here in 1648, manufacturing iron bars, sheet iron and heavy metal goods. The hammers were powered by the water from…

A short circular exploring part of the immaculate Newcastleton village, the Liddel Water and neighbouring woodland.

Home to Scotland’s leading coarse fishing lakes and waters, nestled away in a quiet, picturesque corner of South West Scotland.

Green fees payable in foyer, please enter details in visitors book provided

Welcome to the Three Lochs Riding Stables.  Whether you are a beginner or advanced rider you will enjoy the treks through the stunning Galloway Forest.

Loch Ettrick sits within the heart of the Forest of Ae, 7km east southeast of Thornhill. The loch is stocked with rainbow and blue trout.

Developed by Jedforest Trails with mountain bikers in mind. Distance: 25miles

10 miles leisurely but rolling cycling route.

8km walk along both sides of the River Esk.

This wood is managed by Borders Forest Trust and was planted by children, groups and individuals of the town in 1997.

Scuba or sight seeing Boat charter

This leisurely walking route starts in the piqturesque village of Denholm.

A 5-7 day cross country walk that connects inspirations of Sir Walter Scott's work. The route is approximately 92-94 miles long

Sheepdog Demonstration in the beautiful Moorfoot hills. Come and watch sheepdogs in action in their own environment

Straiton Pond Local Nature Reserve is a small wildlife haven, set amid rolling farmland, and close to Loanhead and Straiton Retail Park

The beach at Southerness is popular for its clean white sands, and is a great spot for paddling at high tide.

Kayak & SUP HIre in the Scottish Borders. Based at St Marys Loch we hire out JOBE SUPS and PARADISE sit on kayaks.

Series of shallow pools along Raiders' Road with picnic benches to sit and enjoy the view

This circular farmland and moorland walk is 11km and takes about 4 hours to complete.

Recreational Open Space