There is so much to see and do in the Tweed Valley that whatever your age and whatever time of year you will be spoilt for choice. Rich in history and culture there are superb historic houses in the area from the ancient royal stronghold of Traquair near Innerleithen to Bowhill, the magnificent home of the Duke of Buccleuch near Selkirk.
If gardens are your passion, around Peebles you can find great diversity from the formality of Kailzie Gardens with its additional attractions of osprey watching, fishing pond and mini golf to the beautiful woodlands of Dawyck where you will be amazed at the extraordinary trees and variety of plants.
If you want to explore the local towns the Tweeddale Museum in Peebles offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of the town and in Innerleithen you can try your hand at printing at Robert Smail's printworks or visit the St Ronan's Wells to discover the secrets of Innerleithen’s history as an important spa.
Article contributed by Catherine Maxwell Stuart, Traquair House [1]
