Title: Ettrick Travel Guide: Best of Ettrick, Selkirk Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Ettrick](https://expedia.co.uk/Ettrick-Hotels.d553248635149817463.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Ettrick](https://expedia.co.uk/Ettrick-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635149817463.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Ettrick Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Ettrick.d553248635149817463.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ettrick Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Ettrick.d553248635149817463.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Ettrick Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Phone Box next to Boston Hall This is a more up to date version of an earlier picture submitted by myself. 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Can you spot the differences ?](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635149817463/78a9fdbc-71df-41af-9951-1952298ebfc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635149817463/78a9fdbc-71df-41af-9951-1952298ebfc9.jpg) by [John Clive Nicholson](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/534) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Forestry track, Craik Forest Easy walking on the usual forestry type of track.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635149817463/28dc3be6-1208-4d82-a231-4d6fe8f71b2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635149817463/28dc3be6-1208-4d82-a231-4d6fe8f71b2c.jpg) by [Calum McRoberts](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/2159) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Ettrick Marshes An area well occupied by many butterflies and dragonflies. Fox and roe deer were also seen here today. Nearby is Midgehope which is well named as the midgie was very active here on this muggy morning.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635149817463/681871c5-d53e-4bb6-b8b7-df45c673e9ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635149817463/681871c5-d53e-4bb6-b8b7-df45c673e9ed.jpg) by [Calum McRoberts](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/2159) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Ettrick Marshes An area fenced off to protect it from the ravagings of grazing animals. The marshes are a home to wonderful flora as well as many animals and fox and roe deer were seen here this morning. Scabcleuch Hill the prominent hill.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635149817463/467c86fa-4c49-4983-974b-b03e0dfe1caf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635149817463/467c86fa-4c49-4983-974b-b03e0dfe1caf.jpg) by [Calum McRoberts](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/2159) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Ettrick Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_553248635149817463) - Top hotels in Ettrick - Top Holiday Rentals in Ettrick ![Log cabin with one double with en suite shower and two twin.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83260000/83251300/83251214/83e7cf78_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Log cabin with one double with en suite shower and two twin. Ettrick Valley, Nr Hawick Stay at this chalet in Selkirk. Popular attraction Grey Mare's Tail Waterfall is located nearby. 8.2/10 Very Good! (10 reviews) A very comfortable location for a quiet rest. A very comfortable location for a quiet rest. Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F03%2F2026&endDate=25%2F03%2F2026&selected=83251214&PinnedHotelID=83251214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635149817463) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F03%2F2026&endDate=25%2F03%2F2026&selected=83251214&PinnedHotelID=83251214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635149817463) ### 12ft-wide caravan with one double and one twin. Ettrick Valley, Nr Hawick Popular attraction Grey Mare's Tail Waterfall is located nearby. 9/10 Wonderful! (10 reviews) Very basic but good value for the price we paid. Very basic but good value for the price we paid. 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(926 reviews) Restrant food and service second too none brilliant Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=909784&PinnedHotelID=909784&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635149817463) [See all 291 properties in Ettrick](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=11%2F03%2F2026&endDate=12%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635149817463) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Log cabin with one double with en suite shower and two twin.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83260000/83251300/83251214/83e7cf78_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Log cabin with one double with en suite shower and two twin. Ettrick Valley, Nr Hawick Stay at this chalet in Selkirk. Popular attraction Grey Mare's Tail Waterfall is located nearby. 8.2/10 Very Good! (10 reviews) A very comfortable location for a quiet rest. A very comfortable location for a quiet rest. Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Selkirk-Hotels-3-Bedroom-Accommodation-In-Ettrick-Valley.h83251214.Hotel-Information) ### 12ft-wide caravan with one double and one twin. Ettrick Valley, Nr Hawick Popular attraction Grey Mare's Tail Waterfall is located nearby. 9/10 Wonderful! (10 reviews) Very basic but good value for the price we paid. Very basic but good value for the price we paid. Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Selkirk-Hotels-2-Bedroom-Accommodation-In-Ettrick-Valley.h85491386.Hotel-Information) ![Stunning 4-bedroom Cabin With Hot Tub in Beattock!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90860000/90859400/90859326/cb2b7395_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Stunning 4-bedroom Cabin With Hot Tub in Beattock! Moffat Scotland Stay at this cabin in Moffat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. 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While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Marys-Loch-Selkirk.d6092751.Attraction) #### Sir Walter Scott's Courtroom 4.5/5(4 reviews) You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sir Walter Scott's Courtroom in Selkirk. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sir-Walter-Scotts-Courtroom-Selkirk.d6092747.Attraction) #### Market Square 4/5(3 reviews) You can search for that perfect souvenir at Market Square during your visit to Selkirk. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Market-Square-Selkirk.d6092743.Attraction) #### Loch Skeen Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Loch Skeen during your travels in Selkirk. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Loch-Skeen-Selkirk.d747945351870963712.Attraction) #### Bowhill House You can find out about the history of Selkirk with a trip to Bowhill House. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bowhill-House-Selkirk.d6092749.Attraction) #### Halliwell's House Museum You can spend time studying the exhibits at Halliwell's House Museum during your travels in Selkirk. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Halliwells-House-Museum-Selkirk.d6092745.Attraction) ### Things to do ![The Kelpies](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2668555/2e94d249-3b9a-4576-a6d2-b63c5ecd10da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### New Lanark & the Kelpies : Private Day Tour from Edinburgh £355 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/new-lanark-the-kelpies-private-day-tour-from-edinburgh.a2668555.activity-details) ![Private Traquair House, Dawyck Gardens and Border Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49195149/c1ad0216-9e19-467a-8b61-f88a1825864f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Traquair House, Dawyck Gardens and Border Private Day Guided Tour £685 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/traquair-house.a49195149.activity-details) [See all activities in Ettrick](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Ettrick.d553248635149817463.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Ettrick ![Looking East on the Nature Reserve](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5605/9a1d5996-f0ae-4824-981f-465ef26720a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Iain Lees](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/24143) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Selkirk - Cities near Ettrick - Places of interest [Selkirk](https://expedia.co.uk/Selkirk.dx5605) - [Traquair House ](https://expedia.co.uk/Traquair-House-Peebles.d6092737.Attraction) - [Neidpath Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Neidpath-Castle-Peebles.d6092739.Attraction) - [Samye Ling Tibetan Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Samye-Ling-Tibetan-Centre-Lockerbie.d553248621533024908.Attraction) - [St Mary's Loch ](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Marys-Loch-Selkirk.d6092751.Attraction) - [7stanes - Glentress ](https://expedia.co.uk/7stanes-Glentress-Peebles.d553248621555971551.Attraction) - [Grey Mare's Tail Waterfall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Grey-Mares-Tail-Waterfall-Moffat.d553248635709572951.Attraction) - [Dawyck Botanic Garden ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dawyck-Botanic-Garden-Peebles.d553248621555971543.Attraction) - [Leisure Club and Spa at Macdonald Cardrona Hotel ](https://expedia.co.uk/Leisure-Club-And-Spa-At-Macdonald-Cardrona-Hotel-Peebles.d553248621532493901.Attraction) - [Devil's Beef Tub ](https://expedia.co.uk/Devils-Beef-Tub-Moffat.d553248635725823334.Attraction) - [Peebles Golf Club ](https://expedia.co.uk/Peebles-Golf-Club-Peebles.d553248621555971545.Attraction) - [Moffat Woolen Mill ](https://expedia.co.uk/Moffat-Woolen-Mill-Moffat.d553248621532493607.Attraction) - [St Abbs & Eyemouth Voluntary Marine Reserve ](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Abbs-Eyemouth-Voluntary-Marine-Reserve-Melrose.d553248621533024998.Attraction) - [Macdonald Cardrona Golf Course ](https://expedia.co.uk/Macdonald-Cardrona-Golf-Course-Peebles.d835657455340990464.Attraction) - [Annandale Way Trailhead ](https://expedia.co.uk/Annandale-Way-Trailhead-Moffat.d553248635709576105.Attraction) - [Hermitage Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hermitage-Castle-Hawick.d6092765.Attraction) - [Moffat Community Nature Reserve ](https://expedia.co.uk/Moffat-Community-Nature-Reserve-Moffat.d553248635709579145.Attraction) - [Mathrafal Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mathrafal-Castle-Moffat.d553248621563223131.Attraction) - [Dove Cottage ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dove-Cottage-Biggar.d553248621533024905.Attraction) - [Sir Walter Scott's Courtroom ](https://expedia.co.uk/Sir-Walter-Scotts-Courtroom-Selkirk.d6092747.Attraction) - [7stanes - Innerleithen ](https://expedia.co.uk/7stanes-Innerleithen-Peebles.d553248621555971550.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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