Top Things to do in Kelso
The 10 Best Things to do in Kelso, Scotland
Discover the best top things to do in Kelso, United Kingdom including Kinsman-Blake Gallery, St Andrews Scottish Episcopal Church, Smailholm Tower, Kelso Races, Kelso War Memorial, Floors Castle & Gardens, Kelso Abbey, Kelso Farmers Market, Rutherford Farm, Springwood Park Show Ground.
Restaurants in Kelso
1. Kinsman-Blake Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 23 reviews
Kinsman-Blake Family Gallery has been established in the Scottish Borders since 1979. We exhibit ceramics, paintings, jewellery, screenprints, woodwork and other quality arts and crafts. Also meet the artists in the workshop beside the gallery.
2. St Andrews Scottish Episcopal Church
3. Smailholm Tower
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 211 reviews
This site is closed for now. We’re working hard to gradually reopen the places you love while making sure the experience is safe for everyone. Sited high on a rocky outcrop, Smailholm is a small rectangular tower set within a stone barmkin wall. This 65 ft towerhouse was built by a well-known Scottish Borders family in the first half of the 15th century, and today you can enjoy stunning views of the surrounding countryside from Smailholm Tower’s battlements. Inside the tower is a model of this Pringle residence and a charming collection of costume figures and tapestries relating to Sir Walter Scott's Minstrelsy of the Scottish Borders. It was the sight of Smailholm that fired Walter Scott's imagination when, as a young boy, he was brought up by his grandparents at the nearby farm of Sandyknowe.
Reviewed By freddiedoncaster
I made the effort to walk up to tower, and I’m so glad I did. It’s nothing special, however the views you get are breathtaking.
4. Kelso Races
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 63 reviews
Kelso Races is a National Hunt Racecourse staging jumps racing from September through until May in the beautiful Borders countryside and picturesque town of Kelso. We offer a variety of Raceday Tickets and Hospitality Packages including our Track 2 Track deal, which will give you return transport from Tweedbank Station to the racecourse allowing you to leave the car at home and make the most of our hospitality! Known as Britain's Frendliest Racecourse a very warm welcome awaits. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Reviewed By K2958MLmichaelh
Been to Every race course in Scotland now and Kelso my favourite. Nice relaxed place, easy to get close to the racing and a great place to eat, nice home cooking and decent prices
5. Kelso War Memorial
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4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By freddiedoncaster
Situated next to Kelso Abbey you will find this wonderful tribute to all the brave hero’s of wars gone by. It’s so nice that it’s been well respected as well, as it stands in outstanding grounds.
6. Floors Castle & Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 796 reviews
** CURRENTLY CLOSED DUE TO THE LATEST GOVERNMENT RESTRICTIONS. PLEASE SEE WEBSITE FOR THE LATEST COVID-19 UPDATES.** Scotland's largest inhabited castle. A great day out for all the family. 5* visitor attraction only 1 hour from Edinburgh and Newcastle. Enjoy spectacular gardens, cafes, shopping, countryside walks, Castle tours, cycle trail, kids playground and events. Due to the ongoing global Coronavirus situation, the Castle and grounds are closed until further notice. Please Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and Covid-19 updates.
Reviewed By Expectal0t - Eyemouth, United Kingdom
Rather different this year, first registering for track and trace at the Cafe which serves as the garden entrance. Paper cups and cardboard boxes for food and a reduced simple menu that is a lot more common now. No one was eating indoors but there are 8 well separated covered family benches outside. A long line of blue Agapanthus in full flower separates the garden paths from the cafe and a taste of whats to come. The herbaceous borders are looking particularly good this year, probably the finest in the area. The tapestry garden (formally the pant centre) has filled out and looking good with meandering paths amongst the plants (probably helped by lots of horse manure). Healthy looking veg and a vivid wild flower section this year. The greenhouses all look tidy with collections of Fuchsia and Pelargoniums etc all in flower and there's a long border of Jersey lily's in full flower adjacent to the fruit houses. They also have an open gassy area for the kids to play with some extra seating. The gardeners need to be congratulated for creating a splendid show.
7. Kelso Abbey
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 261 reviews
This 12th-century abbey was one of the finest examples of Romanesque architecture.
Reviewed By freddiedoncaster
I was up in Kelso for the racing, and had been told so much about the abbey, that I just had to visit. Considering it’s age, it’s remarkable. Steeped in history along with beautiful ground to admire, this has to be a “must visit” whenever you’re in Kelso.
8. Kelso Farmers Market
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 9 reviews
9. Rutherford Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
10. Springwood Park Show Ground
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By freddiedoncaster
I was staying at Edham Hall hotel, and had a wonderful view across the river of the show ground. The following morning I made a point of walking down to it. A very spacious area which offers great facilities, I was very impressed.
