Dhileas’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Beautiful Botanics Gardens close by and with a lovely tearoom serving home made food and cakes.
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Dawyck Botanic Garden
Beautiful Botanics Gardens close by and with a lovely tearoom serving home made food and cakes.
Neidpath Castle station
Stunning Photographic opportunities and views
John Buchan is a national figure within both a Scottish and UK context. Through his prolific writing and by his many and varied contributions to public life, he was a highly influential figure, particularly during the inter-war period. His final role as Governor General of Canada, and the popularity of film adaptations of his novel “The Thirty Nine Steps”, have also helped to give him an international reputation which continues to this day. As a novelist, historian, journalist, politician, soldier and public servant, his influence can be seen in numerous areas of the first half of the twentieth century.
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John Buchan Story Museum
High StreetJohn Buchan is a national figure within both a Scottish and UK context. Through his prolific writing and by his many and varied contributions to public life, he was a highly influential figure, particularly during the inter-war period. His final role as Governor General of Canada, and the popularity of film adaptations of his novel “The Thirty Nine Steps”, have also helped to give him an international reputation which continues to this day. As a novelist, historian, journalist, politician, soldier and public servant, his influence can be seen in numerous areas of the first half of the twentieth century.
Biggar & Upper Clydesdale Museum
156 High StA great Hill walk - (Elevation 2330 feet or 711 metres) where you will often see nobody or meet some friendly folks on weekend walks. There is a tearoom at the foot of the hill. Fabulous views from the top. A ten minute drive from Biggar.
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Tinto Hill Cairn
A great Hill walk - (Elevation 2330 feet or 711 metres) where you will often see nobody or meet some friendly folks on weekend walks. There is a tearoom at the foot of the hill. Fabulous views from the top. A ten minute drive from Biggar.
Biggar Gasworks Museum
Gas Works RoadNew Lanark Visitor Centre
A must for families!! Check their schedule and don't miss a show at this unique little theatre that will delight and surprise even the adults! Highly recommended.
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Purves Puppets - Biggar Puppet Theatre
Dene ParkA must for families!! Check their schedule and don't miss a show at this unique little theatre that will delight and surprise even the adults! Highly recommended.
Glentress Forest
Wonderful trails and cycle paths
Traquair House
The world famous Salmon River, The River Tweed is the pulse running through the whole region and there are countless walks and trails as well as salmon and trout fishing on a number of beats.
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River Tweed
The world famous Salmon River, The River Tweed is the pulse running through the whole region and there are countless walks and trails as well as salmon and trout fishing on a number of beats.
Open to the public you can drop in and visit the writer’s house and see how Walter Scott designed and decorated the stately home. You’ll find it about 25 miles away toward Melrose, and the beautiful gardens are a must see in summer.
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Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott
Open to the public you can drop in and visit the writer’s house and see how Walter Scott designed and decorated the stately home. You’ll find it about 25 miles away toward Melrose, and the beautiful gardens are a must see in summer.
An Historical Royal Burgh with great shopping, eating and a stroll along the banks of the River Tweed just behind the High Street.
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Peebles
An Historical Royal Burgh with great shopping, eating and a stroll along the banks of the River Tweed just behind the High Street.
Around 40 miles and an hours drive away is spectacular Floors Castle. This is one of a number of Castles and Stately Homes in the region and is worth the drive especially if planning to visit a few on a day out.
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Floors Castle & Gardens
Roxburgh StreetAround 40 miles and an hours drive away is spectacular Floors Castle. This is one of a number of Castles and Stately Homes in the region and is worth the drive especially if planning to visit a few on a day out.
Mary Queen of Scots' Visitor Centre
Queen StreetTartan & Mill Tour - Lochcarron of Scotland is a Five-Star VisitScotland tourist attraction. The largest working textile mill in the Scottish Borders. The mill is based in the beautiful Scottish Borders town of Selkirk. The town has a long and rich history with the textile industry, at one point over seven thousand townsfolk were employed within various aspects of textile manufacturing.
Why not experience our popular mill tour, which will go through step by step the processes of creating our famous tartan and tweed cloth, which are used by well known designers on the catwalk.
We offer a large selection of products which are created from within our mill, as well as other gift items, you can buy off the peg items to take away or can have a custom made to measure items such as a kilt, tailored skirt and serape. These items will be forwarded on to the customer when made and ready to ship. We have exclusive collections of knitwear, coats and jackets are complemented by a wide range of accessories and gift items. We also have a beautiful range of clothing accessories to accompany and brighten up any outfit.
Lochcarron of Scotland Visitor Centre
Rodgers RoadTartan & Mill Tour - Lochcarron of Scotland is a Five-Star VisitScotland tourist attraction. The largest working textile mill in the Scottish Borders. The mill is based in the beautiful Scottish Borders town of Selkirk. The town has a long and rich history with the textile industry, at one point over seven thousand townsfolk were employed within various aspects of textile manufacturing.
Why not experience our popular mill tour, which will go through step by step the processes of creating our famous tartan and tweed cloth, which are used by well known designers on the catwalk.
We offer a large selection of products which are created from within our mill, as well as other gift items, you can buy off the peg items to take away or can have a custom made to measure items such as a kilt, tailored skirt and serape. These items will be forwarded on to the customer when made and ready to ship. We have exclusive collections of knitwear, coats and jackets are complemented by a wide range of accessories and gift items. We also have a beautiful range of clothing accessories to accompany and brighten up any outfit.
The Historical Capital of Scotland is only 50 mins drive. You can take your car and stop at one of a number of park and ride spots on the outskirts of the City or you can drive and park in nearby Biggar and take the bus into the heart of the City.
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Edinburgh
The Historical Capital of Scotland is only 50 mins drive. You can take your car and stop at one of a number of park and ride spots on the outskirts of the City or you can drive and park in nearby Biggar and take the bus into the heart of the City.
Nestled in the heart of Southern Scotland, Moffat is a vibrant, bustling town offering the warmest of Scottish welcomes. Moffat lies just 3 minutes from the A74(M), making it a great place to visit and the perfect base for your trip around Dumfries and Galloway and the Scottish Borders - a beautiful and unspoiled part of Scotland.
Moffat is an attractive town, a coaching stop and a Conservation Area with a rich heritage and history and a thriving cultural and creative scene. While you're here, you'll want to call in to the newly refurbished Moffat Museum and find out more about the fascinating story of our town. We've got theatres, art galleries and shops galore. Moffat has a thriving music scene and a whole host of fun events throughout the year - from the Classic Car Rally, to Gala Week, the South of Scotland Tennis Championship and the creepy Hallow Window Walk.
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Moffat
Nestled in the heart of Southern Scotland, Moffat is a vibrant, bustling town offering the warmest of Scottish welcomes. Moffat lies just 3 minutes from the A74(M), making it a great place to visit and the perfect base for your trip around Dumfries and Galloway and the Scottish Borders - a beautiful and unspoiled part of Scotland.
Moffat is an attractive town, a coaching stop and a Conservation Area with a rich heritage and history and a thriving cultural and creative scene. While you're here, you'll want to call in to the newly refurbished Moffat Museum and find out more about the fascinating story of our town. We've got theatres, art galleries and shops galore. Moffat has a thriving music scene and a whole host of fun events throughout the year - from the Classic Car Rally, to Gala Week, the South of Scotland Tennis Championship and the creepy Hallow Window Walk.
Welcome to Leadhills and Wanlockhead Railway
Heritage Railway Association - Award Winners 2016
Leadhills is the home for Britain's highest narrow gauge adhesion railway, reaching 1,498 feet above sea level. Operated and managed by a team of dedicated enthusiasts, all of whom are volunteers, the railway welcomes visitors every weekend during the summer months. We also run special events outwith these times and hope that families enjoy our Easter, Halloween, Santa and Steam Weekends. On Saturdays and Sundays, the trains run frequently, with journey time taking 25 minutes. The journey takes you from the station at Leadhills to the terminus at Glengonnar halt before returning back to the station. The train runs past the disused Glengonnar Mine, where minerals were first excavated in the 1450's. The narrow gauge track has been built on the original track bed of the Caledonian Railway and today runs a variety of historic industrial diesel locomotives. Visitors are invited to explore the signal box and railway shed, view the trains and wander around our small shop and museum.
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Leadhills and Wanlockhead Railway
Station RoadWelcome to Leadhills and Wanlockhead Railway
Heritage Railway Association - Award Winners 2016
Leadhills is the home for Britain's highest narrow gauge adhesion railway, reaching 1,498 feet above sea level. Operated and managed by a team of dedicated enthusiasts, all of whom are volunteers, the railway welcomes visitors every weekend during the summer months. We also run special events outwith these times and hope that families enjoy our Easter, Halloween, Santa and Steam Weekends. On Saturdays and Sundays, the trains run frequently, with journey time taking 25 minutes. The journey takes you from the station at Leadhills to the terminus at Glengonnar halt before returning back to the station. The train runs past the disused Glengonnar Mine, where minerals were first excavated in the 1450's. The narrow gauge track has been built on the original track bed of the Caledonian Railway and today runs a variety of historic industrial diesel locomotives. Visitors are invited to explore the signal box and railway shed, view the trains and wander around our small shop and museum.
Food scene
Hearty Home cooking in this Biggar Pub Restaurant
Just Wonderful!! Pre-book a half or full day at one of Scotland's most luxurious Spa's. Set in a Beautiful Castle with Japanese Garden and stunning vistas. A short drive from The School Cottage.
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Stobo Castle Health Spa
Just Wonderful!! Pre-book a half or full day at one of Scotland's most luxurious Spa's. Set in a Beautiful Castle with Japanese Garden and stunning vistas. A short drive from The School Cottage.
The Barony
81-85 Broughton StThe Crown Inn
109-111 High StThe Oriental
3 Park PlChinese Restaurant in Biggar - good for takeways
Peebles Hydro
Innerleithen RoadA great stop for a tasty afternoon tea
If visiting the Borders and the big Castles and Houses, take in a stop at the Woolen Mill for quality Scottish Woolens and Tartans and souviners.
The Edinburgh Woollen Mill
Edinburgh RoadIf visiting the Borders and the big Castles and Houses, take in a stop at the Woolen Mill for quality Scottish Woolens and Tartans and souviners.
Food & Afternoon teas. A beautiful Castle Styled Country House Hotel with restaurant. If you have something to celebrate such as a birthday, anniversary why not add a glass of Champagne. Price per person is around £30.
To give the afternoon tea a more Scottish tint, you can add a Glenkinchie whisky. The Glenkinchie afternoon tea is around £22.50 per person.
Afternoon teas are served from 2.30pm to 5.00pm. From November until March the restaurant is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Calling to pre-book is advisable. 01721 725750
Cringletie House Hotel
Edinburgh RoadFood & Afternoon teas. A beautiful Castle Styled Country House Hotel with restaurant. If you have something to celebrate such as a birthday, anniversary why not add a glass of Champagne. Price per person is around £30.
To give the afternoon tea a more Scottish tint, you can add a Glenkinchie whisky. The Glenkinchie afternoon tea is around £22.50 per person.
Afternoon teas are served from 2.30pm to 5.00pm. From November until March the restaurant is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Calling to pre-book is advisable. 01721 725750