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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…

access_time30th 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…

access_time9th 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…

access_time27th 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…

access_time23rd 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…

access_time6th 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…

access_time28th 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…

access_time3rd 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…

access_time10th 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…

access_time12th 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…

access_time25th 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…

access_time24th November 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…

access_time29th December 2022


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…

access_time21st December 2022


Unique Winter Experiences Start Here

Winter is a great time to throw yourself into something new. And where better to Start than in one of the world’s Best Destinations for…

access_time14th 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…

access_time7th 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…

access_time30th 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 —…

access_time16th 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…

access_time14th 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…

access_time8th March 2022