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Things to do in Kelso, Scotland: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Discover the best top things to do in Kelso, United Kingdom including St Andrews Scottish Episcopal Church, Beirhope Farm, Smailholm Tower, Kelso War Memorial, Floors Castle & Gardens, Kelso Abbey, Roxburgh Castle, Rutherford Farm.
Restaurants in Kelso
1. St Andrews Scottish Episcopal Church
2. Beirhope Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 52 reviews
We offer Alpaca treks, visits, parties and more. We welcome visitors to our small holding to see our Alpacas, take them for a walk or to enjoy some time with these wonderful animals.
Reviewed By kerry_shepherd
It was a great visit. Lynn tailored the session to us and let us take Caesar on a little walk even though we had only booked the 30-minute meet an alpaca session. We learnt a lot and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The scenery is fabulous. It worked very well for our 5 and 8-year-olds.
3. Smailholm Tower
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4.5 based on 211 reviews
This site is closed for now. We’re working hard to gradually reopen the places you love while making sure the experience is safe for everyone. Sited high on a rocky outcrop, Smailholm is a small rectangular tower set within a stone barmkin wall. This 65 ft towerhouse was built by a well-known Scottish Borders family in the first half of the 15th century, and today you can enjoy stunning views of the surrounding countryside from Smailholm Tower’s battlements. Inside the tower is a model of this Pringle residence and a charming collection of costume figures and tapestries relating to Sir Walter Scott's Minstrelsy of the Scottish Borders. It was the sight of Smailholm that fired Walter Scott's imagination when, as a young boy, he was brought up by his grandparents at the nearby farm of Sandyknowe.
Reviewed By freddiedoncaster
I made the effort to walk up to tower, and I’m so glad I did. It’s nothing special, however the views you get are breathtaking.
4. Kelso War Memorial
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4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By freddiedoncaster
Situated next to Kelso Abbey you will find this wonderful tribute to all the brave hero’s of wars gone by. It’s so nice that it’s been well respected as well, as it stands in outstanding grounds.
5. Floors Castle & Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 796 reviews
** CURRENTLY CLOSED DUE TO THE LATEST GOVERNMENT RESTRICTIONS. PLEASE SEE WEBSITE FOR THE LATEST COVID-19 UPDATES.** Scotland's largest inhabited castle. A great day out for all the family. 5* visitor attraction only 1 hour from Edinburgh and Newcastle. Enjoy spectacular gardens, cafes, shopping, countryside walks, Castle tours, cycle trail, kids playground and events. Due to the ongoing global Coronavirus situation, the Castle and grounds are closed until further notice. Please Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and Covid-19 updates.
Reviewed By Expectal0t - Eyemouth, United Kingdom
Rather different this year, first registering for track and trace at the Cafe which serves as the garden entrance. Paper cups and cardboard boxes for food and a reduced simple menu that is a lot more common now. No one was eating indoors but there are 8 well separated covered family benches outside. A long line of blue Agapanthus in full flower separates the garden paths from the cafe and a taste of whats to come. The herbaceous borders are looking particularly good this year, probably the finest in the area. The tapestry garden (formally the pant centre) has filled out and looking good with meandering paths amongst the plants (probably helped by lots of horse manure). Healthy looking veg and a vivid wild flower section this year. The greenhouses all look tidy with collections of Fuchsia and Pelargoniums etc all in flower and there's a long border of Jersey lily's in full flower adjacent to the fruit houses. They also have an open gassy area for the kids to play with some extra seating. The gardeners need to be congratulated for creating a splendid show.
6. Kelso Abbey
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4.0 based on 261 reviews
This 12th-century abbey was one of the finest examples of Romanesque architecture.
Reviewed By freddiedoncaster
I was up in Kelso for the racing, and had been told so much about the abbey, that I just had to visit. Considering it’s age, it’s remarkable. Steeped in history along with beautiful ground to admire, this has to be a “must visit” whenever you’re in Kelso.
7. Roxburgh Castle
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4.0 based on 7 reviews
This 12th-century castle saw constant battle between the Scots and the English until it was destroyed in 1460.
8. Rutherford Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
