Nearest Town:

Lauder

History:

Lauder is the main town in Lauderdale, in the valley of the Leader Water. The town preserves its original medieval form. The A68 through the town follows the oldest established route between Edinburgh and England and has witnessed the passage of many armies.

Events

Common riding.
Scottish Championship Horse Trials.

Activities:

Walking.
Fishing.
Golf.
Bowling Green.
Clay pigeon shooting.
Horse Riding.

Population:

1081

Primary Schools:

Lauder primary school.

Secondary Schools:

Within the catchment area of the highly regarded Earlston High School.

Private Schools:

St Mary's Prep School - Melrose. From kindergarten through Pre-prep to Prep - 2.5 to 13 years of age.

Universities / College:

General Services:

Banks – The Royal Bank of Scotland.
Church.
Memorial Medical Centre.
Police.
Post Office.
Tourist Information.
Resturants.
Earlston Library.

Tourist Attractions:

Thirlestane Castle. Lauder Kirk. Tolbooth. Flat Cat Gallery. Lindean Mill Glass. Rob Elliot Furniture.

Transport:

Berwick - upon - Tweed Railway Station 32.6 miles (51 mins). Bus Service.