Top Things to do in Scottish Borders
Things to do in Scottish Borders, Scotland: The Best Nightlife
A short distance from Edinburgh is a landscape strewn with sturdy hill forts, ancient castles and ruined abbeys that hints at the tumult of the past. It's quite at odds with the picturesque rolling, if windswept, sheep-studded hills and quiet valleys that make all seem agreeably placid to today’s visitor. At its heart are the ruins of four medieval abbeys with Jedburgh, the most complete, the best to visit first for its insights into monastic life. Of the others, Melrose is both the pick of the bunch, and also close to Abbotsford, the sometime home of the Romantic novelist Sir Walter Scott, and a splendid receptacle for his engrossing collection of historical curios. There are fine country houses to visit, notably Mellerstain for its exquisite Robert Adam interiors, and Manderston, the enjoyable swan song of the Edwardian Country House. Anglers should note that the River Tweed is also one of Scotland’s finest salmon-fishing rivers.
Restaurants in Scottish Borders
1. The Belters Bar
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By blondebombshellnufc - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Found this little gem spending the weekend in Jedburgh. We went in to cool down after watching the Jedburgh Parade, we were made to feel so welcome, we had a Scottie Burger and Satay Burger, both were huge portions and piping hot, both meals came with coleslaw and OMG it was delicious, it was so fab that we went back the next day, we told our friends, who were staying at the same camp site and they went too, they were also very impressed, when we left on the Sunday and Lorraine gave me some coleslaw to take home. thank you Gordon and Lorraine for such a fab weekend, we will definitely be back xxx
2. Rutherfords Micropub
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 161 reviews
Rutherfords is the perfect antidote to modern life. The very FIRST Micropub in Scotland. Pop in for a perfect pint of Real Ale, a hand-raised pork pie, a very special, fresh cocktail or Scottish craft gin on-tap, through a microscope. Yes... really. We also now offer our own totally natural cocktails, including Pornstar Martinis and our own take on the Cosmo... the Kelsopolitan! Great chat and NO interruptions from music, gaming machines or Television. It's the small things in life that matter.
Reviewed By SusiePie66 - Hebden Bridge, United Kingdom
Visited this cool little micro pub twice on two cold wintery days and had the warmest of welcomes. Superb beers and gins. Cozy and quirky, friendly atmosphere and even a folk group who put a huge smile on our faces with their rendition of BeeGees ‘Stayin’ Alive’ :-)
3. The Golden Bannock
4. Tempest Brew Co
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
From a garage in New Zealand to one of Scotland’s most revered cult breweries to one of the top 100 breweries in the world (RateBeer). Tempest is a triumph of a relentless dedication to quality and consistency; creating beers that are big on flavour. Located in the stunning Scottish Borders, our brewery, taproom and shop is a five minute walk from Tweedbank train station (1hr from Edinburgh)
5. Woodside Garden Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 72 reviews
An attractive Victorian walled garden with an award-winning tearoom, plant centre, wildlife garden and events and activities
Reviewed By austindibb
Great cafe with good covid measures. The sandwiches were wonderfully fresh with local produce.. Just had to stop again on the way back to Perthshire. Oh yes and just happened to squeeze in a victoria plum tree into the car. Got some great advice from the garden centre.
6. The Salmon Inn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
7. Ladhope Inn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
8. The Bridge Inn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 66 reviews
Reviewed By bigdukesimo - Sandy, United Kingdom
This pub has won many awards so had to visit when visiting the area. As soon as you go in, you can see its a proper pub and had very friendly locals and very well kept real ale.
9. The Fleet Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5 reviews
10. The Central Bar
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 12 reviews
Welcome to The Central Bar, Peebles. Situated in the heart of the beautiful town of Peebles on the Northgate. We are a popular bar for locals and tourists alike. Serving an extensive range of quality gins and malt whiskies at competitive prices. We show all live sports on BT and Sky Sports and also have pool table and dart board for customer use. We pride ourselves on being a friendly and welcoming bar and we look forward to seeing you soon.
