The Scottish Borders is a great place to get out and about for all ages, so we've picked some of our favourite family-friendly activities

Family friendly days out in the Scottish Borders

Let the battery take the strain as you cycle the highways and byways of the Scottish Borders. What we like: The Scottish Borders offer...

One of the best ways to experience the Scottish Borders is from the water so why not hire a paddleboard or a kayak and get started?

Another bumper haul for the Selkirk Haggis Hunt as the town once again celebrates the start of the haggis season.

Drop the kids off at one of their all day camps: they'll climb trees and have an adventure.

The guide to the best places to go and things to do in and around the Scottish Borders.

Extraordinary adventures climbing magnificent trees, all with the safety of ropes and helmets and expert supervision.

There's a divine chocolate shop and cafe, but what makes this really stand out from the crowd is the chocolate and pastry school.

Outdoor adventures for all the family.

Book fly fishing on the Tweed with our expert and we'll arrange instruction, equipment and permits. Salmon, sea trout, trout, grayling.

Serenity Farne Island boat tours: seals, puffins, whales and a crew who really do know their stuff.

A challenging 40 mile circular road cycling circuit starting out and ending in Selkirk in the Scottish Borders. Designed by Pete Laing.

World class mountain biking routes from easy to extreme. With added ospreys. What we like: There's something for everyone here (and an...

Wonderful little wildlife reserve with great chances of seeing red squirrels. What we like: Everything. The squirrels, obviously....

Family-friendly zoo on the west of Edinburgh. What we like: The pandas are the star attraction, but the penguins are great fun and there...

Alpaca trekking in the Cheviot Hills. What we like: It's just a lot of fun. You lead an alpaca round the hillside. There's scenery....

Owls, eagles, hawks, falcons and vultures. What we like: This is a great day out. The staff take a genuine interest in their work and...

Golden eagles, hen harriers, red squirrels. What we like: This charity run by wildlife experts offers full and half day wildlife safaris...

Historic route for cyclists, walkers and horse riders. What we like: The route passes over the Minch Moor. You can join this...