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Return to Dumfries and Galloway

Having explored the eastern section of Dumfries and Galloway on an earlier visit, travel writer Robin McKelvie returns to explore the western side of…

23rd December 2024

Unique Winter Experiences Start Here

Winter is a great time to throw yourself into something new. The South of Scotland offers you a wonderful range of unique experiences just waiting…

20th December 2024

Smoke gets in your eyes

Father and son duo Ronnie and Alasdair Graham run Barony Country Foods in Lockerbie, an artisan smokehouse that produces a range of award-winning products…

9th December 2024

Celebrate Burns Night in South Scotland

Don your finest tartan, Burns Night is just around the corner! Celebrations in the South of Scotland and around the world are getting ready to…

4th December 2024

Historic home brew

Traquair House is the oldest continuously inhabited home in Scotland, dating back more than 900 years. It has links to Bonnie Price Charlie and history…

30th October 2024

Doing it their whey

David Finlay and his wife Wilma have spent their lives running his family’s farm and earlier this year sold their successful ice cream brand to…

9th October 2024

Moo-ving with the times

An empty (farmhouse) nest, 900 acres of farmland and a secret desire to branch into the tourism industry has led to an incredibly successful agritourism…

27th August 2024

Local delights

The Allanton Inn is an 18th-century pub with seven bedrooms, located just six miles from the English border. For the past 14 years, it has…

23rd August 2024

Feel nourished in the Scottish Borders

Farm-to-fork dining is en vogue; consumers want to know the provenance of what they are eating. Nowhere is it more applicable than at Wilson’s Farm…

6th August 2024

A Spirited Couple

When David Thomson discovered an unknown distillery a stone’s throw from his home town was about to be lost for ever, he decided to step…

28th June 2024

Dog-friendly destinations

Looking for that perfect escape to a hotel or B&B and want to take your four-pawed companion? The South of Scotland offers excellent adventures for…

3rd June 2024

Adventures down on the farm

Discover the charm of Scotland’s agricultural tapestry this May as you journey through the picturesque farms scattered across the South of Scotland. Did you know…

10th May 2024

Eateries Worthy of a Mention

Prepare to embark on a journey where delectable dishes meet award-winning excellence. From charming pubs to modern bistros, each venue boasts a culinary experience that…

12th February 2024

Celebrating Selkirk

Journalist and travel writer Robin McKelvie jumped at the chance to tick Selkirk off his ‘To Overnight In’ bucket list. This Scottish Borders town vibrates…

25th January 2024

Award-winning sleeps, eats and visits

In an era of ever-increasing travel choices, it can be tricky to filter out the truly outstanding places to stay and eat and what to…

24th November 2023

Make the Most of Autumn in the South of Scotland

As the new season arrives in the south of Scotland and the landscapes slowly change colour, there’s nothing better than welcoming it with distinctly autumnal…

7th September 2023

Farm-focused activities in the South of Scotland

Did you know more than 80% of Scotland’s land is used for agriculture, making Scotland’s farmers custodians of much of the natural beauty around us?…

12th May 2023

Podcasts all about Scotland

Whether you’re on the go or relaxing at home, podcasts provide an increasingly popular distraction. Though the format has been around for a while, the…

29th December 2022

Michelin Recommended Eateries for 2023

Any restaurant or pub included by Michelin in its guides is sure to have many gourmands flocking to its doors. At these highly recommended eateries…

7th December 2022

Cosy pubs with local fayre

What could be nicer on a frosty day than to finish off an autumnal or wintery walk in a cosy pub with a delicious seasonal…

30th November 2022

Winter Wonders in Southern Scotland

Crisp forecasts in southern Scotland mean scenic strolls through majestic, breathtaking scenery. It is an ideal time to celebrate clear skies, day or night —…

16th November 2022

8 things to do in the Borders

Think that the Borders are just somewhere that you just bash through on the way to Edinburgh or in search of the Highlands? Or live…

14th March 2022

Escape to the Borders

Any time of year is a good time to be in the Borders, but the start of March proves a corker. I step off the…

8th March 2022

Get into the Christmas Spirit in South Scotland

Make the most of the season and get into the Christmas Spirit in the South of Scotland. Especially now, with the days getting shorter and…

3rd December 2021

Michelin-Recommended Eateries 2021 in the South of Scotland

An entry in the Michelin Guide has long been the sought-after accolade for any aspiring chef. Restaurants recommended by Michelin are sure to have any…

5th November 2021

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