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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

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…

21st 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…

14th 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

Great Days Out Start Here This Winter

Did you know that this winter you can experience a day out in the south of Scotland for up to half price? The Great Days…

19th November 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