Historic Environment Scotland

Perhaps the most beautiful of all the Border Abbeys, the ruins of Dryburgh Abbey are remarkably complete and surrounded by beautiful grounds. First established in 1150, Dryburgh Abbey became the premier house in Scotland of the Premonstratensian order and today continues to have peaceful atmosphere.

Dawyck Botanic Garden is a five star Garden renowned for its seasonal displays of snowdrops, bluebells, rhododendrons, azaleas, blue poppies and autumn colour.
Located in the hills of the Scottish Borders, 65-acre Dawyck enjoys an almost continental climate comprising warm dry summers followed by cold, snowy winters. 

Scottish Borders

Dawyck Botanic Graden

One and a half miles east of Melrose, at the edge of Newstead village lies the site of Trimontium Roman fort. The site is now agricultural land, with undulations in the landscape giving subtle clues as to what lies below the surface.

Trimontium Roman Fort Site

An atmospheric, medieval castle. Historic, unspoilt grounds and breathtaking scenery, as far as the eye can see. In this idyllic spot, overlooking the stunning valley of the River Tweed, the stage is set for an amazing location for film, tv and photoshoots.

Neidpath Castle

Scotland’s history is Scotland’s story…..
Battles, Tragedy, Kings & Queens, War, Innovation, Sport, Religion, Romans, Vikings, Abbeys, Castles and Comedy…..
Discover 420 million years of Scotland’s History, Heritage, Innovations and Culture with the Great Tapestry of Scotland. 

The Great Tapestry of Scotland

This cliff-top nature reserve has fresh sea air and rugged coastal scenery aplenty. It gives you the feeling of being somewhere really wild and remote, yet it’s just off the A1.

St. Abb's Head

In the heart of Innerleithen lies this gem of printing history. Robert Smail’s Printing Works is an operational letterpress printers and an important part of Scotland’s industrial heritage.

Monday	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Dryburgh Abbey

Perhaps the most beautiful of all the Border Abbeys, the ruins of Dryburgh Abbey are remarkably complete and surrounded by beautiful grounds. First established in 1150, Dryburgh Abbey became the premier house in Scotland of the Premonstratensian order and today continues to have peaceful atmosphere.

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More in Scottish Borders

Dawyck Botanic Graden

Trimontium Roman Fort Site

Neidpath Castle

The Great Tapestry of Scotland

St. Abb's Head

Robert Smail's Printing Works

Other Museums & History

Discovery Point

V&A Dundee

Wardlaw Museum

Hugh Miller's Birthplace

National Museum Scotland

Barry Mill