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The triple peaks of the Eildon
Hills are the most distinctive single landmark in
the Borders. At their feet in the valley of the
River Tweed lies Melrose.
The ruined Abbey which dates
from 1136 is believed, following a series of
archaeological digs, to be the final resting place
of Robert the Bruce's heart. The abbey is also the
starting point for St Cuthbert's Way, a 100km
cross border walking route. Adjacent Priorwood
Garden specialises in plants suitable for dried
flower arranging with an apple orchard walk and
picnic area. The Trimontium Exhibition gives an
insight into the Romans in Scotland, and Teddy
Melrose, Scotland's first teddy bear museum, also
has a new Arts Centre. Three miles west on the
banks of the Tweed is Sir Walter Scott's romantic
mansion of Abbotsford.
A way-marked route leads to the summit of the
Eildon Hills and for the more experienced walker,
the Southern Upland Way passes through the town on
its 212 mile coast to coast journey. On the
opposite bank of the Tweed, Gattonside can be
reached by foot by a sturdy suspension bridge. To
the south lies Lilliesleat another charming little
village set amidst farmland.
Four miles south is St Boswells, a village with a
spacious tree-lined green. Nearby, Mertoun offers
20 acres of scenic gardens. Dryburgh Abbey lies in
a secluded, peaceful setting by the River Tweed
and a woodland walk leads to the massive 22 foot
high sandstone statue of William Wallace.
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Above Dryburgh, Scott's
View, the Borders most famous viewpoint,
affords a dramatic panorama across to the
Eildon Hills and central Borders. |
S Scott's View nr Melrose. Photo: Scottish Borders
Tourist Board |
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