Nearest Town:

St Boswells

History:

A village with a spacious green and a mixture of traditional and modern architecture. The Borders most famous viewpoint - Scott's View gives spectacular panorama views across to the Eildon Hills and central Borders. Nearby Mertoun House and Dryburgh Abbey offer acres of scenic gardens and quiet walks.

Events

Activities:

Golf.
Riding Stables.
Bowling Green.
Fitness Centre.
Tennis Courts.
Sporting Clays.
Scottish Borders Archive and Local History Centre.

Population:

1143

Primary Schools:

Village Primary School.

Secondary Schools:

Catchment area for Earlston.

Private Schools:

Longridge Towers School -Co-educational boarding and day school for 4-18 year olds.
St Mary's - Melrose.

Universities / College:

General Services:

Hotel.
Fuel Station.
Mobile Library.
Medical Services.
Village Hall.
Post Office.
Food Stores.
Auction Room and Art Gallery.
Church.

Tourist Attractions:

Dryburgh Abbey. Bemerside House Gardens. Mertoun House Gardens. Wallace Statue.

Transport:

Berwick - Upon - Tweed Railway Station 33.8 miles (52 mins). Local bus service.