HOLIDAY PROPERTIES SCOTTISH BORDERS
Holiday lets across the Scottish Borders
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Day Trips
Ideas for great days out within an easy drive — with typical travel time, what to do, and practical notes like parking. Times are approximate and depend on traffic and season.
From Melrose & Gattonside
Jedburgh
Highlights: Abbey, castle, town strolls Parking: Town centre parking / nearby car parks
A classic Borders day out with strong heritage and an easy town centre for cafés and shops.
St Abbs & Eyemouth
Highlights: Coastal views, walks, harbours, seafood Parking: Harbour / visitor parking (busy in summer)
Brilliant for a coastal change of scenery. Great walks and a proper seaside feel.
Berwick-upon-Tweed
Highlights: Walled town, beaches nearby, shopping and cafés Parking: Town car parks
A popular day trip for history, shops and coastal air. Great if guests want “a bigger town day”.
Scottish National Gallery & Edinburgh Old Town
Highlights: Castles, museums, shopping, restaurants Parking: Park & Ride recommended
Perfect for a full day out. Recommend Park & Ride to avoid city-centre parking stress.
Abbotsford House & River Tweed
Highlights: Historic house, grounds, visitor centre Parking: On-site parking
Excellent half‑day. Easy add-on to Melrose Abbey or a café stop.
Kielder Forest & reservoir (Northumberland)
Highlights: Forest walks, viewpoints, big skies Parking: Various car parks (check route)
Ideal for nature lovers. Great on clear days; take layers and plan food stops.
From Kelso
Bamburgh & Seahouses
Highlights: Castle, beaches, boat trips (seasonal) Parking: Pay & display in villages / beach car parks
A fantastic coastal day. Great for families and anyone wanting “big beaches and views”.
Alnwick
Highlights: Castle, gardens, shops and cafés Parking: Town car parks
Great full-day option. Castle and gardens are popular — recommend booking in peak season.
Berwick-upon-Tweed
Highlights: Walled town, coastal walks, shopping Parking: Town car parks
Easy and popular day trip from Kelso for shopping and a seaside feel.
Edinburgh (day out)
Highlights: Old Town, museums, shopping, food Parking: Park & Ride recommended
Busy but brilliant. Park & Ride will save guests a lot of time and stress.
Roxburgh / Jedburgh combo
Highlights: Historic towns, abbey visits, cafés Parking: Town centre parking
An easy “Borders heritage day” with plenty of stops for food and short walks.
From Peebles
Edinburgh (easy city day)
Highlights: Museums, shopping, restaurants, attractions Parking: Park & Ride recommended
Peebles makes Edinburgh very doable. Recommend Park & Ride for the simplest day.
Rosslyn Chapel & Penicuik Estate
Highlights: Iconic chapel, woodland walks Parking: On-site parking
Excellent half‑day heritage trip. Works well with lunch back in Peebles.
Dawyck Botanic Garden
Highlights: Gardens, woodland, seasonal colour Parking: On-site parking
A perfect relaxed day out. Particularly good in spring and autumn.
Glentress Forest (outdoor day)
Highlights: Forest walks, trails, café Parking: Forestry car parks (can be busy)
Brilliant for walking and outdoor activity. Great for families and active guests.
East Lothian coast (North Berwick / Gullane)
Highlights: Beaches, sea views, coastal cafés Parking: Town parking / beach car parks
A great “sea air” day trip from Peebles with plenty of stops along the way.