Located in the Borders, Selkirk is the famous home to William Wallace and Sir Walter Scott. The surrounding valley countryside provides beautiful scenery, and an abundance of walking and cycling. Nearby Bowhill House is a family day out, offering tours of the magnificent house, walks, adventure play, and even a theatre!
Situated in the heart of the Scottish Borders is historic Selkirk. The town’s famous patronages are William Wallace and Sir Walter Scott, both providing the town with a rich history. Offering splendid scenery, the Ettrick and Yarrow Valleys provide a majestic backdrop for the town, and there is an abundance of walking and cycling to be found in this area. Nearby the magnificent Bowhill House is a fantastic day out for the whole family, with tours of the house, woodland walks, adventure play, ranger services, and even a theatre with scheduled events, there will be something for everyone here. Selkirk Golf Club can be found in a heathland setting at Selkirk Hill, and in the town centre, Halliwell’s House Museum is an intimate but interesting exhibition of the story of the burgh of Selkirk.