The waters off the Berwickshire coast have long been considered special by marine biologists as they contain a fantastic abundance and diversity of marine life. Add to this clear waters and spectacular underwater scenery and it is not surprising that divers have been coming to the area for decades. The coastal waters of Berwickshire are […]
“Eyemouth is a busy fishing port with many interesting buildings and a fascinating history that includes smuggling, shipwrecks and witch-burning. The aim of the Town Trail is to show the visitor to Eyemouth how the town’s building are closely linked with its heritage and to provide a flavour of its development through time. The Trail […]
Eyemouth Museum is the home of local stories and artefacts! Eyemouth Museum is based in the centre of the town and documents the fishing and social heritage of Eyemouth, brought to life in its exhibits and through stories from local people. As a museum, visitor information centre, exhibition gallery and gift shop, we’re sure you’ll […]
Eyemouth Golf Course perched upon the top of Gunsgreen Hill, provides spectacular views over the picturesque coastal fishing town of Eyemouth and the rugged East Berwickshire coastline. Open for a full round of golf nearly every day, this challenging 18 hole cliff top links is an enjoyable and worthwhile test of golf. It’s 6th Hole, […]
Situated in the heart of the St Abb’s Head National Nature Reserve, Pettico Wick Harbour has stunning views of the St Abbs coastline and is very popular with photographers. Top tip! Stop by at sunset for the perfect photos! Due to its discreetness, it was a centre of smuggling in the past. Visit Gunsgreen House […]
Edrom Nurseries is a garden centre specialising in rare plants located just west of the Scottish Borders village of Coldingham. Established in 1925, the Edrom Nurseries has a tradition of specialising in rare and exotic plants with its founders acquiring samples from as far away as China and the Himalayas. The gardeners at the nurseries […]
Paxton House is family friendly, fun, and full of treasures including a nationally significant collection of Chippendale and Trotter furniture and masterpieces from the National Galleries of Scotland. Everyone is welcome and there is something for all ages. Don’t forget to bring the dog along too! Learn more about Paxton House and its rich history on a house […]
Burnmouth is the first harbour in Scotland on the Eastern Border. Travel through the town and down The Brae to find the quaint harbour. With just a few fishing boat, Burmouth is a great place to have a picnic and enjoy the waves at sea. Look out for the seals who enjoy bathing in the […]
St Abbs Harbour is a quaint and picturesque fishing harbour in the heart of the Berwickshire Coast. It has recently become popular after featuring as Thor’s town, New Asgard, in the Avengers: Endgame! It is also greatly popular with divers due to the Berwickshire Marine Reserve and its special location where the warm and cold […]
The award-winning Coldingham Sands! This beautiful, sheltered beach stretches for a kilometre with a rocky shore at either end of the beach making it a great spot for rock pooling. Look out for the hermit crabs! In fact, the beach is surrounded by an abundance of wildlife as it sits just beside the St Abb’s […]
The St Abbs Visitor Centre provides a fascinating introduction to St Abbs and the surrounding area. The displays, artefacts and interactive exhibits tell the story of the village: its past; its present; its people and its vibrant, precious environment both on the land and underwater. Admission is free and centre staff are on hand to […]
Visitors from more densely populated places are amazed at how quiet our roads are. Cycling is wonderful way to explore, and is a safe option here with so little traffic. You can even have a completely car-free holiday, bringing your own bikes by train to nearby Berwick-upon-Tweed, or hiring them there. The Borders has a […]
