Peebles

Many of Scottish Borders’s most interesting sights are located within easy reach of Peebles, so it is a smart choice as a place to base yourself during your visit. Haylodge Park and Neidpath Castle are amongst the popular sights here, adored by locals and visitors alike. Two other interesting attractions that are nearby Peebles are Traquair House and the St Mary's Loch.

There are many unique museums, exhibits and venues in and around Peebles. There are many excellent destinations to take the family for a couple of hours such as the Scottish Mining Museum in Edinburgh, the Halliwell's House Museum in Selkirk and the Sir Walter Scott's Courtroom.

When it’s time to escape the bustling streets of Scottish Borders, visit the nearby outdoor areas. Bring a picnic, throw a frisbee, or just soak up the sunshine at the Gore Glen Woodland Park in Gorebridge and the Pentland Hills Regional Park in Edinburgh. The nature havens such as the Vogrie Country Park in Dalkeith and the Dalkeith Country Park, give visitors an insight into the species of flora and fauna that flourish in the area.

Visitors to the Peebles area should not miss out on Abbotsford in Melrose, Bowhill House in Selkirk and Three Brethren. To learn more about the local historic attractions, don't miss Hawthornden Castle in Roslin.

A pleasant way to get some exercise and fresh air is to book a round at one of the area’s popular golf courses such as the Dalmahoy Golf Course in Edinburgh, the Braid Hills Golf Course and the Baberton Golf Club in Juniper Green.

Enjoy window shopping and do some people-watching at popular nearby malls and markets such as Market Square in Selkirk.

During the winter season, enjoy Peebles’s most popular ski runs at the Midlothian Snowsports Centre in Edinburgh.

Come see popular sporting heroes, the Heart of Midlothian, battle their opponents in the nearby Tynecastle Stadium, Edinburgh. On match days follow the procession of maroon and white, to the stadium, then after the final whistle blows, join fellow sports lovers at a nearby pub, bar or cafe for a post-game drink.

Finding somewhere comfortable to rest your head around Peebles is a breeze. Check out the rooms and rates at the Dalmahoy Marriott Hotel & Country Club, Kirknewton, the Mercure Peebles Barony Castle Hotel, or the Dalhousie Castle Hotel & Spa, Bonnyrigg.