What to do and see in Scottish Borders, Scotland: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups

Don Coyote Outdoor Centre is the place for exciting shooting fun set in the idyllic Scottish Borders countryside. Try your hand at CLAY PIGEON SHOOTING in a relaxed and safe atmosphere. Also .22 RIFLE SHOOTING, AIR RIFLE SHOOTING and ARCHERY available. We are the perfect choice for Days Out, Corporate Events, Team Building, Stag and Hen Parties, or why not treat someone to one of our Gift Vouchers? Whether a novice or a pro the Don Coyote Outdoor Centre is sure to have you smiling!

Innerleithen, situated just a few miles south east of Glentress is the preserve of the more experienced rider. Deemed as providing awesome downhill and freeride trails, as well as a cracking red-graded XC route.

Eyemouth Rib Trips are your key to exploring the stunning Berwickshire coastline of the Scottish Borders. With highly experienced powerboat skipper Tim Grimshaw at the helm, we’ll show you the cliffs and coves, the seabirds and seals. Discover the seascapes around Eyemouth and St Abbs, two old-established and picturesque sea-going communities. Operating daily throughout the main season from April to October - find us in Eyemouth Harbour, our Berwickshire boat trips offer a great choice. The leisurely Coastal Explorer is a relaxing sea safari and scenic trip along the stunning Berwickshire coastline, with caves, seals and seabirds. Our very popular Fast Blast will appeal to kids and adults alike - and it’s every bit as quick as its name suggests! Join us for a thrilling powerboat experience. We carry 12 passengers so there is room and fun for all the family. We look forward to welcoming you to Eyemouth.

Built on the hillside within the beautiful Glentress Forest (part of Tweed Valley Forest Park), our Go Ape Peeblesshire Tree Top Adventure makes good use of the valley for some jaw dropping exposure, and features our highest zip wire over the reservoirs in the valley. Take to the trees and speed down zip slides. They’re part of an exciting course of rope bridges, Tarzan swings and crossings; all set high above the forest floor. If you’re looking for things to do near Edinburgh, extend your day out with us. The small town of Peebles is just 2.5 miles away and has a great High Street with more independent shops than any other town in Scotland for great days out with the family.

Eat Sleep Ride is a social enterprise that was launched in 2017 and has gone from strength to strength. It was the dream of founder and director Danielle McKinnon and her passion and dedication has seen it flourish and gain many grants and awards on the way. We are open from the 1st July and here’s the great things we have to offer. - Hacking and lessons - our horses or your own. - Beach Ride experience. - Clinics with specialist external coaches. - Experience and education - pony day bundles, opportunity to work towards recognised awards (BHS Horse Health, ABRS Awards for example). - Facility hire - Arenas, Jump 4 Joy Show Jumps, Cross Country, TREC equipment, handy pony, games.

The Borders Distillery® opened in March 2018 – the first Scotch Whisky distillery in the Scottish Borders since 1837. We’re dedicated to capturing the true spirit of the Borders, and bringing whisky-making back to the region. Our hometown, Hawick, has a famous history of manufacturing, where cashmere is king and where tweed was invented. There is a spirit of industry and enterprise in the town that inspires us in everything we do. The distillery is in a landmark building in the centre of town, making us both familiar and new. Occupying the site of the former Hawick Urban Electrical Company, we undertook a complete and careful renovation of the building, turning it into a fully functioning distillery. With an attention to detail and acknowledgement of the building’s history, every tiny detail has been covered. From the restoration of the original 1930 crane, to the lead welded windows, we are immensely proud of every bit of the renovation. Visit us, and see it for yourself.

Melrose Abbey is now open and we are delighted to welcome you back. Booking in advance is essential. Find out more and book at restarthistory.scot. Probably the most famous ruin in Scotland, the abbey was founded by David I in 1136 for the Cistercian Order, and it was largely destroyed by Richard II's English army in 1385. The surviving remains of the church are of the early 15th century, and are of an elegance unsurpassed in Scotland. Objects found during excavation are displayed in the Commendator's House. The exterior of this magnificent ruin is decorated by unusual sculptures, including hobgoblins, cooks with ladles and a bagpipe playing pig. The abbey is also thought to be the burial place of Robert the Bruce's heart, marked with a commemorative carved stone plaque within the grounds.

Abbotsford is the extraordinary home of the 19th century novelist and ‘Great Scott’ who popularised tartan, saved the Scottish banknote and rediscovered his country’s Crown Jewels. In 2021-2022 Scotland celebrates the 250th anniversary of Sir Walter Scott. Visit Abbotsford during this special occasion to meet the man behind the monument, whose imagination and patriotism shaped the Scotland of today. Discover a treasure trove of fascinating objects which inspired his greatest poems and novels. Learn about Scott's life, browse the gift shop, enjoy seasonal food in our cafe or simply relax in the beautiful formal gardens and tranquil woodlands.