Local Attractions
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Royal Yacht Britannia
Jump on board this amazing ship, once home to her majesty the queen. Well worth a look around!
Website: www.royalyachtbritannia.co.uk
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Rosslyn Chapel
A fantastic 13th century stone building once featured in ‘The Da Vinci Code’ film!
Website: www.rosslynchapel.org.uk
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Traquair House
Enjoy a day reliving the past. See secret stairs, spooky cellars and read letters from former times.
Website: www.traquair.co.uk
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Neidpath Castle
An authentic 14th century stone castle. 11 foot thick walls, a pit prison and a great hall makes this a fantastic day out in history.
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5
Dawyck Botanic Garden
Wander through rows and rows of trees and unusual plants. Some trees are over 40 foot tall!
Website: www.bestloved.com
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Bowhill House and Country Park
Wander through beautiful woodland, parkland and alongside lochs and rivers. This historic landscape is a perfect haven for wildlife.
Website: www.discovertheborders.co.uk
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Melrose Abbey
A beautiful 11th Century abbey. Thought to be the burial place of Robert the Bruce’s heart.
Website: www.aboutscotland.co.uk
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Kailzie Gardens
Beautiful Gardens with lovely walks. Live viewing of Ospreys, Fishing Loch, Tea room with home baking.
Website: www.kailziegardens.com
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Floors Castle
The largest inhabited castle in Scotland. The estate is owned by the Duke and Duchess of Roxburgh, Salmon Fishing on the River Tweed.
Website: www.roxburgh.net