The 10 Best Things to do in Selkirk, Scotland

February 11, 2022 Tynisha Seiler

Discover the best top things to do in Selkirk, United Kingdom including Auld Kirk, Holmes Glass, Bowhill House & Grounds, Sir Walter Scott's Courtroom, Halliwell's House Museum, Bisley At Braidwood, Haining Loch, The Haining Kennels, Mungo Park Monument, Megget Reservoir.
Restaurants in Selkirk

1. Auld Kirk

6-11 Kirk Wynd, Selkirk TD7 4AW Scotland
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Auld Kirk

2. Holmes Glass

Unit 11 Station Road Near swimming pool, Selkirk TD7 5DJ Scotland +44 1750 20554 [email protected] http://www.holmesglass.com
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

Holmes Glass

Welcome to Holmes Glass!We are currently closed due to covid restrictions. However online orders from stock are available via the website. We look forward to updating you. We are a Father & Son team with a combined experience of 74 years in glassmaking. Using traditional glassblowing and handmade techniques, we continue to explore new forms and design. Our ranges begin with the tinie paperweight, and move through Vases, Bowls, Small & Seasonal Gifts, Paperweight and large scale sculptures. Best Wishes Holmes Glass

Reviewed By mpborders14 - Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Really enjoyed our visit to Holmes Glass. Fantastic display of glass Art work. Met Peter and Andrew Holmes who were only too pleased to stop work and explain the finer points of their craft. The glass pieces are surprisingly affordable considering the skill and artistry that is involved in their creation.. Bought a piece and Peter was happy to make another in my daughters favourite colours.

3. Bowhill House & Grounds

Bowhill, Selkirk TD7 5ET Scotland +44 1750 22204 [email protected] http://www.bowhillhouse.co.uk
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4.5 based on 161 reviews

Bowhill House & Grounds

Reviewed By 199tonyh - Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom

The setting is beautiful, grounds impeccable and admission cost very reasonable, all the more so if you "convert" first entry tickets to a pass for future visits. The adventure playground is particularly good: a wide range of high quality equipment in excellent condition and laid out in such a way as to blend with the natural surroundings rather than as an intrusive afterthought. Staff are friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.

4. Sir Walter Scott's Courtroom

Stables Cottage 26 Market Place, Selkirk TD7 4BT Scotland +44 1750 726456 [email protected] http://www.liveborders.org.uk/culture/museums/our-museums/sir-walter-scotts-courtroom/
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4.5 based on 60 reviews

Sir Walter Scott's Courtroom

Following advice from the Government and Public Health Scotland in relation to Covid-19, Old Gala House will not be opening as planned this season. An alternative opening date cannot be predicted at this time but our website and social media platforms will be regularly updated. We are grateful for your patience and understanding and very much look forward to welcoming you back. For more information and updates please see the Live Borders website: www.liveborders.org.uk/book/coronavirus/ You can also find us on: @LiveBorders @LiveBordersMGA Sir Walter Scott's Courtroom is one of our direct links to the great Scottish writer. In this building, Sir Walter Scott sat as Sheriff of Selkirkshire, dispensing justice for nearly 30 years until his death in 1832. Visitors can explore the reconstructed courtroom and discover tales of past crimes.

5. Halliwell's House Museum

Halliwells House Museum Market Place, Selkirk TD7 4BL Scotland +44 1750 726456 [email protected] http://www.liveborders.org.uk/culture/museums/our-museums/halliwells-house-museum/
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4.5 based on 56 reviews

Halliwell's House Museum

Following advice from the Government and Public Health Scotland in relation to Covid-19, Halliwell's House Museum will not be opening as planned this season. An alternative opening date cannot be predicted at this time but our website and social media platforms will be regularly updated. We are grateful for your patience and understanding and very much look forward to welcoming you back. For more information and updates please see the Live Borders website: www.liveborders.org.uk/book/coronavirus/ You can also find us on: @LiveBorders @LiveBordersMGA

6. Bisley At Braidwood

Braidwood Braidwood, Selkirk TD7 4QD Scotland +44 1835 870280 http://www.bisleyshooting.co.uk
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4.5 based on 42 reviews

Bisley At Braidwood

Bisley at Braidwood is located on a stunning estate in the Scottish Borders just south of Edinburgh overlooking the Eildon Hills, and boasts Scotland’s largest and most versatile clay shooting ground, as well as being home to the country’s first full-bore rifle pipe range and air gun range. Open 6 days a week to everyone from complete novice to seasoned pro. Bisley at Braidwood offers the same world-leading facilities and tuition as its sister club in Surrey and is a destination for all the family, offering Pay & Play and lessons from everyone from 10yrs up with professional instructors. Everything is provided on site, all you have to do is turn up and dress appropriately for the weather. The ground also offers: A comfortable clubhouse offering home baked cakes from the cafe, or delicious meals from the restaurant The first full-bore pipe range in Scotland offering an unrivalled environment for the rifle shot. For those who load their own ammunition there is no better place to test which loads work best for you Extraordinarily realistic simulated game experiences to challenge even the most experienced shot A working gunroom retailing everything from air rifles & semi-autos, to rifles and the finest shotguns A sporting retail store An Air Gun range With a shooting history dating back to the 19th century, as well as being praised and frequented by the best in the business including British Olympic Gold medalist, Peter Wilson, the Bisley Shooting Group is a family owned business steeped in history.

Reviewed By grahamg502 - Livingston, United Kingdom

My wife was given this as a present. Both our first go at clay shooting. Our instructor Hugh was fantastic!! Patient and good coaching. Will definitely try it again. p.s. there is a cafe onsite selling hot rolls and cakes

7. Haining Loch

Selkirk Scotland
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4.5 based on 23 reviews

Haining Loch

Reviewed By bdon257 - Morpeth, United Kingdom

We called in here as we were passing through Selkirk and were very pleased we did. This is a lovely estate with waymarked walks in the grounds including a circular walk around the large lake. The historic former stable block has been well converted into offices for local businesses while still retaining its original exterior features. The magnificent house is an architectural gem and we hope it will be further restored and returned to use. Certainly worth visiting if you are in the nearby area.

8. The Haining Kennels

Selkirk TD7 5AA Scotland http://www.facebook.com/groups/DandieDinmont200/
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4.5 based on 12 reviews

The Haining Kennels

Dandie Dinmont Terrier statue of the "father" of the breed, "Old Ginger" by the Queen's Sculptor for Scotland, Alexander Stoddart. This was unveiled on June 4th 2017 - Old Ginger's 175th Birthday. Also - visit the Dandie Dinmont Discovery Centre inside Old Gingers surviving kennel building, for the full story of this fascinating and historic dog breed. The only surviving kennel in the world where a breeds founder was born. Also contains information of the 12 Scottish breeds and the 24 British & Irish Vulnerable Breeds. NOTE: Key Pad entry code is required to gain entry to the Dandie Dinmont Discovery Centre when the grounds are unattended.

9. Mungo Park Monument

9 Back Row, Selkirk TD7 4LP Scotland
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Mungo Park Monument

Reviewed By Bibcay - Gateshead, United Kingdom

What a memorable memorial. He was against the slave trade which made him many enemy’s. He died because of the enemy’s in Africa and it’s so sad because he was only 34 years old.

10. Megget Reservoir

Selkirk Scotland
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

Megget Reservoir

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