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Unveiling the South of Scotland’s Museum Gems

Welcome to a journey into the world of museums where the allure lies not in grandeur but in the intimate and the unexpected. Nestled…

24th May 2024

Unmissable experiences, events and attractions

Whether you’re a newcomer to the South of Scotland or a seasoned visitor, there’s a plethora of events and attractions awaiting your discovery! Be it…

5th 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

Exploring Eyemouth

Travel writer and journalist Robin McKelvie explores history, world-class seafood and superb walking trails as he goes on tour on Scotland’s east coast in the…

19th January 2024

Spine-tingling treats

Get ready for a spooky, spine-tingling October in the South of Scotland! The region has a bewitching array of Halloween themed events thoughout the month…

15th September 2023

Take the Train – Seven destinations in the South of Scotland

Who doesn’t love taking the train? That wonderful feeling of gliding through an ever-changing panorama of vistas. It frees up so much time, allowing you…

7th June 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

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

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

Walk the Whithorn Way

Most people will have heard of the Camino de Santiago, the route pilgrims and longdistance walkers take to reach Santiago de Compestela in northern Spain.

21st October 2022

Free Things to Do in the South of Scotland

There is nothing better than being on holiday and discovering a whole array of fantastic free activities! If you are looking for ways to explore…

28th September 2022

Tales frae Kelsae

You may well have visited the town of Kelso in the Scottish Borders and seen some of its famous sites such as Floors Castle and…

5th July 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

Love Legends in the South

Love is all around the south of Scotland. Be it ill-fated love or a happily-ever-after endings, there are legends and tales woven into ballads and…

11th February 2022

Unmissable Highlights for 2021

Planning your trip to Scotland but want to be sure you don’t miss out on the latest things to see and do? Been to the…

7th October 2021

In the Footsteps of Rabbie Burns

Did you know that famous Scot’s poet Robert, or Rabbie, Burns produced about a quarter of his life’s work while living in and around the…

9th September 2021

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