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Six climbs in Southern Scotland

Do you know your Munros from your Corbetts? Your Grahams from your Donalds? These Scottish hill classifications offer a great place to start a new…

10th December 2021

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

Take my car keys and go to Dumfries and Galloway. At Once!

Travel writer Robin McKelvie spent 3 days in Dumfries & Galloway, exploring the charms of the region. Now, he reminisces about his love affair with…

27th November 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

Long-Distance Walks in Southern Scotland

Southern Scotland has an excellent collection of walking routes including some of Scotland’s Great Trails. Whether you are a hiking beginner or a well-seasoned pro…

11th 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

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

Five rainy day places to visit for Half-Term

It is every parent’s nightmare – plan a holiday with lots of lovely outdoor activities only to wake up to soggy days! Of course Scotland…

30th September 2021

Five Outdoor Activities for Half-Term

Finding activities to suit the whole family over half-term holidays is not always easy. But the south of Scotland has a multitude of family-friendly outdoor…

22nd September 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

Gift Ideas from South Scotland

Still looking for ideas on what to get your loved ones for Christmas? Fear not, we have searched across the South of Scotland to bring…

16th December 2020

Live Local with Marchmont House’s Michelle de Bruin and Jo Crossland

In Live Local with… locals from across the South of Scotland share their favourite places, from restaurants and shops to walks, views and more. The…

24th November 2020

Bloggers Discover Midlothian and the Borders

Over the month of September, we welcomed four bloggers from across Scotland and the North of England to Midlothian and the Scottish Borders. Check out what…

22nd October 2020

Live Local with Love, from Scotland’s Kate Hopper

In Live Local with… Midlothian and Scottish Borders locals share their favourite places, from restaurants and shops to walks, views and more. Except this week…

20th October 2020

Live Local with Restoration Yard’s Krista Cook

In Live Local with… Midlothian and Scottish Borders locals share their favourite places, from restaurants and shops to walks, views and more. The series is…

29th September 2020

Explore South Scotland with The Reivers Road

Discover a new way to experience the Scottish Borders with The Reivers Road! The innovative app uses cutting-edge technology to deliver a virtual tour…

17th September 2020

Live Local with The Five Turrets’ Gethin Chamberlain

In Live Local with… Midlothian and Scottish Borders locals share their favourite places, from restaurants and shops to walks, views and more. The series is…

8th September 2020

21 Signs of Summer in Midlothian and the Borders

Summer in Scotland brings with it lush green landscapes, breathtaking days out by the seaside and so much more. In Midlothian and the Borders, summer…

27th August 2020

Live Local with Eastside’s Jenny Cowan

In Live Local with… Midlothian and Scottish Borders locals share their favourite places, from restaurants and shops to walks, views and more. The series is…

18th August 2020

Rural Escapes in the South of Scotland

Discover the best of rural Scotland with a farm stay in the South. Take in the sights and sounds of a working farm or simply…

7th August 2020

Live Local with Beirhope’s Lynne Jobes

In Live Local with… Midlothian and Scottish Borders locals share their favourite places, from restaurants and shops to walks, views and more. The series is…

4th August 2020

Outdoor Hospitality in Midlothian and the Borders

Summertime lures us outside, to meet with loved ones, soak up Scotland’s rare warm days, and simply relax. Where better than in the beer gardens…

29th July 2020

Live Local with National Mining Museum Scotland’s Gillian Rankin

In Live Local with… Midlothian and Scottish Borders locals share their favourite places, from restaurants and shops to walks, views and more. The series is…

14th July 2020

7 Reasons to Watch the 2020 Borders Book Festival

The Scottish Borders and books just go together. From Sir Walter Scott to John Buchan, many have found inspiration in the hills and along the…

8th July 2020

12 Colourful Gardens in the South of Scotland

From expansive landscapes to classic walled gardens, Britain is a paradise for keen gardeners. And those simply looking to spend a moment among lush greenery…

14th June 2020

Wildlife you can spot in the South of Scotland

Uninterrupted views, rolling hills and lush greenery. From just a few minutes to a full day, spending time taking in nature can offer respite as…

5th June 2020

Film Guide to the South of Scotland

Film and TV have played a significant role in putting Scotland on the map. With its breathtaking landscapes, quaint villages and vast beaches, the country…

22nd May 2020

Explore Midlothian and the Borders through Books

Whether you love losing yourself in a great novel or enjoy planning your holiday with a book by your side, captivating writing opens up the…

23rd April 2020

6 Reasons why Alchemy Live is Unmissable

Every year, the Alchemy Film and Moving Image Festival brings the very best in experimental film to the Scottish Borders. With the small town…

15th April 2020

Experience Midlothian and the Borders Virtually

Although you can’t visit us at the moment, you can still get a flavour of Midlothian and the Scottish Borders’ fantastic offer from the comfort…

9th April 2020

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Six climbs in Southern Scotland

Get into the Christmas Spirit in South Scotland

Take my car keys and go to Dumfries and Galloway. At Once!

Great Days Out Start Here This Winter

Long-Distance Walks in Southern Scotland

Michelin-Recommended Eateries 2021 in the South of Scotland

Unmissable Highlights for 2021

Five rainy day places to visit for Half-Term

Five Outdoor Activities for Half-Term

In the Footsteps of Rabbie Burns

Gift Ideas from South Scotland

Live Local with Marchmont House’s Michelle de Bruin and Jo Crossland

Bloggers Discover Midlothian and the Borders

Live Local with Love, from Scotland’s Kate Hopper

Live Local with Restoration Yard’s Krista Cook

Explore South Scotland with The Reivers Road

Live Local with The Five Turrets’ Gethin Chamberlain

21 Signs of Summer in Midlothian and the Borders

Live Local with Eastside’s Jenny Cowan

Rural Escapes in the South of Scotland

Live Local with Beirhope’s Lynne Jobes

Outdoor Hospitality in Midlothian and the Borders

Live Local with National Mining Museum Scotland’s Gillian Rankin

7 Reasons to Watch the 2020 Borders Book Festival

12 Colourful Gardens in the South of Scotland

Wildlife you can spot in the South of Scotland

Film Guide to the South of Scotland

Explore Midlothian and the Borders through Books

6 Reasons why Alchemy Live is Unmissable

Experience Midlothian and the Borders Virtually

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