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Looking for suggestions for another part of our trip...The Borders
I wrote a few weeks ago asking about the Highlands/NC500. Now I'm looking for info/suggestions in another area, the Borders.
We spent 2-3 days in some parts of the Borders on our second trip (this is our fourt17h). We very much enjoyed Kirkcudbright, even though we only had an afternoon there. Other places we visited: Jedburgh Abbey and Caerlaverock Castle. We'd also like to check out the Western area.
We have 17 nights in Scotland this time and do want to see our favorites plus things we missed before. Ideas?
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I have also visited the border town of Kelso, a peaceful & charming weekend stay with Floors castle a short walk from the town centre. It is also the tap room for one of the Borders & Scotlands best breweries, Tempest (served at The Cobbles).
Best of Scotland in 1 week itinerary (fully by public transport)
My Scotland travels (includes Edinburgh, Skye, Harris, Mull, Arran, Orkney, Loch Lomond, Islay, Oban, Dunoon, Speyside)
Whisky, Castles and Food a speciality.
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Wigtown is the book capital of Scotland and a real gem of a place to visit. Finally, I would highly recommend a visit to the Mull of Galloway, the most southerly point in Scotland. You can climb 115 steps to the top of the Mull of Galloway Lighthouse; the most southerly lighthouse in Scotland! Part of the site is an RSPB nature reserve so its a great place to see seabirds. On a clear day you are treated to spectacular views of the coast of Northern Ireland!
I hope this helps!
Mull of Galloway Lighthouse
Looking over cliffs towards Mull of Galloway Visitor Centre
You can see Tartan being made - and marvel at the skill of those who do http://www.lochcarron.co.uk/lochcarron-visitor-centre
I haven't managed to visit yet, but heart of hawick located in the historic tower mill is also meant to be great http://www.heartofhawick.co.uk/g_heart/info/20/borders_textile_towerhouse
I love Harestanes outdoor centre too - great events including a yearly Bat walk in August - just amazing!
https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/downloads/file/653/harestanes_event_brochure
Fantastic (free ) play area if you are travelling with Children.
Go Ape at Glentress (mentioned above) gets my vote too; and Born in the Borders is a great wee place. http://www.bornintheborders.com/ Lots to do for all.
If you are visiting in the summer months and haven't seen one before, I would recommend spectating a Common Riding - annual events across the borders commemorating historical events and riding of the marches. It's a great and #unique spectacle to see.
http://returntotheridings.co.uk/events/
Hope this helps too - couldn't resist adding some of my favourites!
Based in the Scottish Borders, Aberdeenshire has a special place in my heart.