Brae Cottage Bed & Breakfast 
4 star Norwegian designed timber house B&B located at Bonchester Bridge.
Cyclists Welcome Scheme member
Walking Support/Baggage Transfer
Providing door to door baggage transfer to walkers and cyclists in South East Scotland, the Borders Abbeys Way, Sir Walter Scott Way and eastern section of the Southern Upland Way.
Walking Support moves your baggage from your hotels, B&Bs or hostels so you can enjoy the countryside without having to carry a heavy rucksack, backpack or panniers.
Using our own vehicles and drivers in every transfer* you can be sure that your luggage transfer will be handled with care and delivered while you are enjoying the walking or cycling experience.
*Our practice has been and remains to always undertake the transfer without referral to any other business, however specifically at peripheral points and at the start and end of the walking season, in particular, we may exercise the right to involve a third party.
Priorwood Garden & Dried Flower Shop
Enjoy Priorwood Garden’s glorious herbaceous borders, which produce flowers that are dried, or simply relax in the sheltered gardens or lovely old orchard.
Glenbank House Hotel
An independently owned hotel in Jedburgh who are part of the Cyclists Welcome Scheme.
Trifitness
A gym and exercise facility in Galashiels, which welcomes cyclists visiting the Scottish Borders.
Kelso Swimming Pool
Kelso Swimming Pool is a delightful family-orienatated centre that offers an unrivalled mix of fitness, fun and relaxation for all the family. The main focus of the centre is the generous 25 x 10 metre swimming pool that is bright, lively and a hive of activity from 7.00am. There is also an aqua gym (one of only three in Scotland), a steam room, and a café area with a kiddie corner. The Pool welcomes cyclists visiting the Scottish Borders.
Peebles Swimming Pool
At Peebles Swimming Pool you are welcomed into a warm, relaxing family-orientated centre that offers a unique mix of fitness, fun and relaxation for all ages.
The centre features an excellent swimming pool with glass walls allowing visitors to enjoy panoramic views of the River Tweed. Other facilities include a toddler pool, steam room and vending café. The Pool welcomes cyclists visiting the Scottish Borders.
Eyemouth Leisure Centre
The swimming and toddler pools are always a hive of activity, with Early Morning Swims for the energetic and dedicated, Swimming Lessons for the young and not so young and fun sessions with the numerous toys, inflatables and chutes. The centre is also home to a new and improved gym, with panoramic views of the sea, and is fitted with the latest cardio-vascular and resistance training equipment. The Centre welcomes cyclists visiting the Scottish Borders.
Teviotdale Leisure Centre
Teviotdale Leisure Centre has an outstanding swimming pool which can be a hive of activity or a peaceful haven depending on the programmed activity; a toddler pool; a flume slide and a steam room at the poolside for relaxation. On the dry side there is a modern gym offering a wide range of up to date equipment. After a hard workout, relax in the Oasis café while children can play in the soft play centre giving them a stimulating and fun experience in a secure environment. The Centre welcomes cyclists visiting the Scottish Borders.
Gytes Leisure Centre
A place that has something for everyone, The Gytes Leisure Centre includes a gym, sports hall, an Astro Turf pitch, a soft play area, a meeting room and a vending café area. The centre also boasts new group exercise/dance studio and also an indoor cycling studio. A large number of activities are offered at the Gytes making excellent use of the wide range of facilities. We also sell fishing permits for both the Town and Crown waters. The Gytes welcomes cyclists visiting the Scottish Borders.
Selkirk Leisure Centre
Selkirk Leisure Centre offers something for everyone with a swimming pool, sauna, fully equipped gym and cafe area with vending machines.
There is an excellent activities programme offering a great mix of fitness and fun for all the family and a comprehensive swimming lesson programme, which encompasses swimming for all. The Centre welcomes cyclists who are visiting the Scottish Borders.
Galashiels Swimming Pool
Set away from the hustle and bustle of the town, Galashiels Swimming Pool takes full advantage of its beautiful setting with a panoramic view of natural woodland from the poolside. This unique award-winning swimming pool has two shallow ends, ideal for lessons, rehabilitation and children’s fun sessions. Also available are 4 multi-courts suitable for football, tennis, team sports and parties. The pool welcomes cyclists visiting the Scottish Borders.
Apline Bikes, Glentress
Based at the Glentress Peel, bike hire, sales and repair.
Allerton House
4 star guest house in Jedburgh.
Kirkbank House
5 star B&B in Paxton.
Kirk View
4 star self catering accommodation in Kelso.
Sandholm Holiday Cottage
4 star self catering accommodation in Newcastleton.
Fold Cottage
3 star self catering accommodation in St. Boswells.
The Lodge
3 star self catering accommodation in Greenlaw, near Duns.
Mersington, Greenlaw Duns TD10 6UL
Tel: 01890 840757
Todheugh Cottage
3 star B&B at Edrom, near Duns.
Yethouse
4 star self catering accommodation in Newcastleton, sleeping 6 (+2).
Hassendean Bed & Breakfast
3 star B&B in Hawick.
Harmony House
3 star self catering accommodation in Melrose.
Woodend Mill
4 star self catering accommodation in Jedburgh.
Glenacre Bed & Breakfast
4 star B&B in Jedburgh.
Venlaw View
3 star self catering accommodation in Peebles.
Courtburn House
4 star B&B in Coldingham.
No 9 Galabank Cottages
4 star self catering accommodation in Stow, near Galashiels.
Lornebank Homestay
4 star B&B in Lauder.
Best Western Philipburn Country House Hotel
4 star country house hotel in Selkirk.
Swallow Cottage, Melrose
4 star self catering accommodation in Melrose.
Lindores
3 star guest house in Peebles.
Craiguart Bed & Breakfast
3 star B&B in Peebles.
Caddon View
4 star guest house in Innerleithen.
Liddlesdale Hotel
3 star Inn in Newcastleton.
Glede Knowe
4 star guest house in Innerleithen.
Lynnwood Cottage B&B
4 star B&B in Hawick.
Spinney Self Catering
4 star self catering accommodation in Jedburgh.
Courtyard Cottages
4 star self catering in Peebles.
The Horseshoe Inn
4 star restaurant with rooms in Eddleston, near Peebles.
Billerwell Farm
4 star farmhouse accommodation at Bonchester Bridge.
Winkston Farmhouse
4 star B&B in Peebles.
Wiltonburn Farm
3 star farmhouse accommodation in Hawick.
Willowherb Cottage
1 star self catering accommodation in Hawick.
Willow Court
5 star B&B in Jedburgh.
Whitestone House
3 star B&B in Peebles.
Whitehouse
5 star B&B in St. Boswells.
The Wheatsheaf at Swinton
4 star restaurant with rooms in Swinton.
The Stables, West Loch House Estate
2 to 3 star self catering accommodation in near Coldingham.
Tontine Hotel
3 star hotel in Peebles.
The Spinney
4 starB&B in Jedburgh.
Roxburghe Hotel and Golf Course
4 star country house hotel and golf course near Kelso.
The Old School House
2 star B&B in Innerleithen.
The Lodge at Carfraemill
4 star restaurant with rooms, near Lauder.
The Coach House
5 star self catering accommodation in Galashiels.
The Town House Hotel
3 star town house hotel in Melrose.
Sorbietrees B&B
3 star B&B in Newcastleton.
Dalkeith House
5 star self catering accommodation in Newcastleton, sleeping 10.
Roxburgh Barns Cottages – Keepers Cottage
4 star self catering accommodation at Roxburgh Barns.
Priory View
3 star guest house in Coldingham.
Plough Hotel
2 star Inn in Town Yetholm.
Peebles Hotel Hydro
4 star hotel in Peebles.
Overwells Country Cottages
4 star self catering accommodation in Jedburgh.
Oakwood House
3 star B&B in Hawick.
Ravelaw Farmhouse
4 star farmhouse accommodation in Duns.
Ivy Bank
2 star B&B in Selkirk
Cuil Darach
4 star B&B in Biggar.
Brougham Place B&B
4 star guest house in Hawick.
Mainhill
3 star B&B in St. Boswells.
3 Lambing Field Cottage, Cliftoncote Farm
2 star self catering accommodation in Yetholm.
Clint Lodge Cottage
4 star self catering accommodation in St Boswells.
Edenmouth Farm
3 star B&B in Kelso.
Dimpleknowe Mill
3-4 star self catering accommodation in Lilliesleaf, near Melrose.
Mill House B&B
A 4 star B&B in Kirk Yetholm, near Kelso.
Macdonald Cardrona Hotel & Golf Course
A 4 star hotel at Cardrona, near Peebles.
Kerfield Coach House
4 star self catering in Peebles.
Rowan Tree Cottage
4 star self catering in Coldstream.
Hopehill Guest House
3 star B&B in Hawick.
Hendersyde Farm Holiday Cottages
4 star self catering accommodation near Kelso.
September cycling offer can be found here
Hillview
4 star self catering accommodation, near Peebles.
George & Abbotsford Hotel
2 star hotel in Melrose.
Fiorlin
3 star B&B in Melrose.
Fernyrig Farm
3 star B&B in Coldstream.
Fauhope House
5 star B&B in Melrose.
Elm House Hotel
3 star B&B in Hawick.
Eildon Holiday Cottages – The Granary
3-4 star self catering accommodation in Melrose.
Edenmouth Lodge
4 star self catering accommodation near Kelso.
Easter Cottage
4 star B&B in Lilliesleaf.
Dunfermline House
4 star guest house in Melrose.
Swallow Cottage
4 star self catering accommodation near Kelso.
Crosslaw Farmhouse
3 star self catering accommodation at Coldingham.
Cringletie House Hotel
4 star Country House Hotel near Peebles
Craigielea
3 star B&B in Galashiels.
Courtyard Cottage
4 star self catering accommodation by Duns.
Clint Lodge Country House
4 star guest house in St. Boswells.
Plum Tree Cottage
3 star self catering near Kelso.
Chirnside Hall Hotel
4 star country house hotel at Chirnside.
Castlehill Knowe
4 star B&B near Peebles
Burts Hotel
3 star small hotel in Melrose.
Burnbrae Holidays
4 star self catering accommodation near Kelso.
Buccleuch Arms Hotel
4 star Inn in St. Boswells
Broadmeadows Youth Hostel
2 star SYHA hostel near Selkirk.
Broadmeadows House
4 star self catering accommodation in Yarrowford near Selkirk.
Braidwood
4 star guest house in Melrose.
The Border Hotel
4 star Inn in Kirk Yetholm.
Glebe House
3 star self catering acccommodation by Kelso.
Wild Rose Cottage
3 star self catering accommodation in Jedburgh.
Anne’s Cottage
3 star self catering accommodation in Dolphinton
Abbey House
3 star self catering accommodation in Coldstream.
2 Kimmerghame Mains Cottage
3 Star self catering accommodation in Duns.
Dancing Light Gallery
Dancing Light Gallery is an exciting rural art gallery with changing exhibitions throughout the year where you can find landscape, wildlife and figurative paintings as well as handmade orginal prints and photographs. They also exhibit sculpture, wood, glass and ceramics. Textile works are also available with scarves and handbags made from Scottish wool and fabrics. They are based at Whitmuir The Organic Place where there is a restaurant.
Bowhill House & Country Estate
For more than seven centuries the Scotts of Buccleuch have been part of Scottish Borders history and their principal house, Bowhill is today home to the Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch and Queensberry. Bowhill sits at the heart of an energetic country estate amidst the magical scenery of the Yarrow and Ettrick valleys. Mountain biking, walks and wildlife are all on offer alongside a gift shop and tea room.
Admission charged. House open July-August, the Estate has various opening times from April-August, please check.
Herges on the Loch
Ideally situated on the banks of the Gunknowe Loch with picturesque south facing views, Herges on the Loch offers something for everybody seven days a week. You can choose from a wide range of wines from our extensive wine cellar or enjoy a leisurely Sunday brunch with friends. Weekday lunches host a mix of locals gathering for business meetings.
Fresh seasonal and local ingredients inspire Chef Leonard’s culinary creations that incorporate flavours from around the world.
Old Gala House Museum & Art Gallery
An impressive building with a history spanning five centuries. Discover the story of Old Gala House, its inhabitants and the early development of Galashiels.
Facilities include exhibitions, family history research, children’s events, tea room, audio guide, gifts & souvenirs, gardens and free car parking.
Admission free – open all year.
Tweeddale Museum & Gallery
The Chambers Institution was established by William Chambers, one of the founders of the famous publishing house in 1859. The museum and gallery present a lively programme of exhibitions in this historic building throughout the year.
The Chambers’ Room houses the extraordinary friezes commissioned by William Chambers and also a permanent exhibition on the history of Peebles and the surrounding area.
Admission free – open all year
St Ronan’s Wells Visitor Centre
St. Ronan’s Wells is an attractive pavilion situated on the hillside overlooking the Leithen valley. Originally constructed by the Earl of Traquair in the 1820s to provide a comfortable retreat for visitors to the spa, it was largely rebuilt and extended in 1896 to accommodate indoor bathing facilities and a bottling plant. The spa was frequented by Sir Walter Scott as a boy and to this day hundreds of visitors come each year to sample the spring water which is still “on tap” at St. Ronan’s Wells. A browse round the interpretative centre will reveal its long and interesting history in some detail.
Admission free – open April to October.
Turnbull’s Delicatessan & Coffee House
Based in Hawick, Turnbull’s award winning delicatessen and coffee house is a great place to sample and purchase some fine local food and drink.
Whistle Stop Cafe
Whether you have been hillwalking, cycling, mountain biking, fishing, shopping or meeting with friends you will be guaranteed a warm welcome at the Whistle Stop Cafe.
The Whistle Stop Cafe now offers a gluten free menu so come and enjoy the best gluten free menu in the borders.
Jim Clark Room
A must for all fans of Formula One racing!
Opened by Jackie Stewart and dedicated to Berwickshire man, Jim Clark (1936 – 1968), the museum provides a comprehensive account of Clark’s motor racing career from district club competition to World Championship Formula One. Displays include trophies, awards, photographs, model cars and racing memorabilia.
Admission free – open April to October.
Coldstream Museum
In addition to a varied programme of exhibitions and workshops, the Museum houses permanent displays exploring the history of the parish, burgh and its people from priory to provost, trade to twinning, the Found and the Fallen. Our Guards Gallery ‘Second to None’ tells the story of The Coldstream Regiment of Foot Guards at home and away, from 17th century to the present day.
Other features include an indoor children’s play area, shop and a courtyard with picnic table.
Admission free – open April t0 October.
Eastgate Theatre & Arts Centre
Since it first opened its doors in March 2004, the Eastgate Theatre and Arts Centre has become a well-loved part of the Peebles landscape, and a lively hub for arts activities in the Scottish Borders.
The Eastgate’s easily accessible foyer café is a popular meeting place for local residents and visitors alike – where they are assured of an excellent selection of drinks and snacks, as well as a warm welcome.
Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre
Exhibitions and countryside walks, craft businesses, gift shop and tea room. The 4 Abbeys Cycle Route passes by Harestanes.
Admission free.
Damascus Drum Cafe and Books
Damascus Drum Cafe and Books provides a setting where people of the town and wayfarers meet and enjoy one another’s company with good coffee, tea and light meals, fairtrade and homeproduce. In the tradition of coffee houses worldwide, it is a place for all manner of conviviality and conversation. The cafe hosts ‘open mike’ nights, readings and book launches for local musicians, poets and writers.
Philiphaugh Estate and Waterwheel Restaurant
The Philiphaugh Estate has much to offer the visitor with walks, walled gardens, plenty of wildlife to enjoy, salmon viewing and the Waterwheel Restaurant.
Thirlestane Castle
Set in the Scottish Borders at Lauder, Thirlestane Castle has its origins in the 13th century. It was rebuilt as the Maitland family home in 1590 and greatly enhanced by the Duke of Lauderdale in the 1670s. In 1840, it was extended and refurbished with the addition of two new wings.
The Maitlands are a famous Scottish family who first came to Britain from France with William the Conqueror. As the seat of the Earls and Duke of Lauderdale, the Castle has at times held a central role in the history of Scotland. Now in the care of a Charitable Trust, Thirlestane has been carefully restored to its former splendour.
Open April until September – times vary, please check. Admission charge.
Dawyck Botanic Garden
Renowned for its seasonal displays, an abundance of exotic and native plants provides a breathtaking backdrop of colour throughout the year. Enjoy the award-winning visitor centre.
Admission charge – open February to November.
Jedburgh Castle Jail & Museum
Get a taste of life behind bars in this 1820s jail – a model prison in its day but now a bit spooky! Discover the history of the Royal Burgh of Jedburgh too. An impressive building with fine views. Featured on the television programme ‘Most Haunted’.
Admission free – open March to October.
Mary Queen of Scots’ Visitor Centre
This 16th Century Tower House, set in a pear-tree garden in the heart of Jedburgh, explores the life of Scotland’s tragic queen (who stayed here in 1566) through paintings, textiles and objects associated with her.
Admission free – open March to November.
Hawick Museum
Discover passionate collectors, racing legends, famous painters and local history in a historic house within a beautiful Victorian park. There is always something new to see with a lively programme of changing art and museum exhibitions throughout the year.
Admission free – open all year
Robert Smail’s Workshop
A unique example of our industrial heritage in the form of a fully operational Victorian Letterpress Printing Works in the Borders town of Innerleithen.
Admission charged – open April to October.
Dryburgh Abbey
Dryburgh Abbey is on the 4 Abbeys Cycle Route. It sits by the River Tweed and is remarkably complete medieval ruins makes it easy to appreciate the attractions of monastic life.
The abbey buildings were destroyed by fire three times and ravaged by war on four occasions but fine examples of ecclesiastic architecture and masonry remain, and its chapter house reveals plaster and paintwork dating back to its inception.
Admission charge – open all year.
Jedburgh Abbey
Jedburgh Abbey is on the 4 Abbeys Cycle Route. Founded in 1138, it was a frequent target for invading border armies.
Today, there is a cloister and herb garden to explore, and a visitor centre containing 8th century carvings and artefacts excavated from the abbey grounds.
Admission charge – open all year.
Melrose Abbey
Melrose Abbey is on the 4 Abbeys Cycle Route.
Melrose Abbey is a magnificent ruin on a grand scale with lavishly decorated masonry. The Abbey is the burial place of Robert the Bruce’s heart, marked with a commemorative carved stone plaque within the grounds. Visitors can also visit a small museum housing a display of artefacts found within the abbey.
Admission charged – open all year.
Smailholm Tower
Smailholm Tower is one of the most evocative sights in the Border country. Its stark form is a dominant feature in the rolling landscape of the Tweed valley. Smailholm’s story takes us from the 15th century to just beyond the Union between Scotland and England in 1707.
Admission charged – open all year
Sandyknowe Farm Kelso TD5 7PH
Border Auto Services
Border Auto Services are a friendly local garage who amongst other things provide cyclists with the use of an air pump and a hot jet wash – if you need to clean up your bike.
Holm Hardware
Holm Hardware are based in Newcastleton and sell repair kits and maps, and can offer some good local knowledge.
Rock UK Adventure Centre
Rock UK are based in Newcastleton and offer a broad range of activities for residents and non-residents. They also offer bike hire.
Scottish Borders Bike Hire
Scottish Borders Bike Hire provide a bike hire service and will also drop the bikes off with you if you are not based in Hawick.
Borders Cycles
Borders Cycles are based in the centre of Hawick and offer bike repair and sales.
Go-Where
Go-Where are based in Innerleithen and have a mini bus and trailer for transferring people and bikes within the Borders and beyond. They also offer a guided service and GPS loaded with routes.
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