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    Border E-bike Hire | Kelso
    • Feb 3

    Border E-bike Hire | Kelso

    Let the battery take the strain as you cycle the highways and byways of the Scottish Borders. What we like: The Scottish Borders offer some of the finest cycling routes in the UK - but there's no getting past the fact that the Southern Uplands do feature rather a lot of hills. Enter the E-bike - all the normal features of a conventional bicycle but with the added benefit of a battery powered motor to help you on your way. With a range of between 40 and 90 miles - depending on
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    Kayak and paddleboard | Midlem
    • Feb 1

    Kayak and paddleboard | Midlem

    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?
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    Come See Scotland | Selkirk
    • Jan 22

    Come See Scotland | Selkirk

    Blue badge guides know what they're talking about - let Ann show you the very best of the Scottish Borders. What we like: Ann has spent years showing guests around the highlights of Scotland but she has made her home in the Scottish Borders for good reason. As a qualified blue badge guide, trained by the Scottish Tour Guides Association, guests can be assured of a top quality day out packed with fabulous insights and storytelling. The former geography teacher is a true Scot
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    Bicycle hire | Diamond Cycle Centre
    • Jan 1

    Bicycle hire | Diamond Cycle Centre

    Rent a bike from the Diamond Cycle Centre for your stay at The Five Turrets
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    Traquair House | Maze
    • Oct 8, 2019

    Traquair House | Maze

    Scotland's largest hedge maze. It's amazing...
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    Dynamic Earth | Edinburgh
    • Oct 8, 2019

    Dynamic Earth | Edinburgh

    Experience the Big Bang, volcanoes and earthquakes and the rainforest. And it's got a little iceberg.
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    The Wild Outdoors
    • Oct 8, 2019

    The Wild Outdoors

    Drop the kids off at one of their all day camps: they'll climb trees and have an adventure.
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    Eyemouth Rib Trips
    • Oct 7, 2019

    Eyemouth Rib Trips

    Nautical but nice. The half hour fast blast is popular but take a look at the Coastal Exploration trip.
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    Wild Tree Adventures
    • Oct 6, 2019

    Wild Tree Adventures

    Extraordinary adventures climbing magnificent trees, all with the safety of ropes and helmets and expert supervision.
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    Cocoa Black | Peebles
    • Oct 5, 2019

    Cocoa Black | Peebles

    There's a divine chocolate shop and cafe, but what makes this really stand out from the crowd is the chocolate and pastry school.
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    Rock UK | Whithaugh Park
    • Oct 5, 2019

    Rock UK | Whithaugh Park

    Outdoor adventures for all the family.
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    Fly Fishing | Selkirk
    • Aug 28, 2019

    Fly Fishing | Selkirk

    Book fly fishing on the Tweed with our expert and we'll arrange instruction, equipment and permits. Salmon, sea trout, trout, grayling.
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    Serenity Farne Island Boat Tours
    • Jun 15, 2019

    Serenity Farne Island Boat Tours

    Serenity Farne Island boat tours: seals, puffins, whales and a crew who really do know their stuff.
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    Born in the Borders | Jedburgh
    • Jan 1, 2019

    Born in the Borders | Jedburgh

    A great day out for all the family. Brewery, distillery, restaurant, grass sledging, rollerskating - there's a lot going on.
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    Go-Where
    • Nov 1, 2018

    Go-Where

    Guided, self-guided and bespoke bike adventures. They know their stuff and the best rides in Scotland.
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    Glentress | 7 Stanes Mountain Bike Trails
    • May 19, 2018

    Glentress | 7 Stanes Mountain Bike Trails

    World class mountain biking routes from easy to extreme. With added ospreys. What we like: There's something for everyone here (and an osprey viewing centre in the bottom car park). The Glentress red route is regarded as one of the world's finest: "sure to put a huge grin on your face with its technical climbs, fabulous views, fast flowing descents, jumps and berms." In their own words: "The 7stanes are world-class mountain biking centres that span the south of Scotland. Thei
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    Eskrigg Reserve | Red squirrels
    • May 19, 2018

    Eskrigg Reserve | Red squirrels

    Wonderful little wildlife reserve with great chances of seeing red squirrels. What we like: Everything. The squirrels, obviously. Everyone loves red squirrels. And the birds. And the fact that it is run by people who really care about wildlife. Oh, and the woodland walks. Just everything. In their own words: "Eskrigg Reserve is on the site of an old curling pond. It occupies seven acres and contains a mixture of habitats including mixed woodland, grassland, heathland, willow
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    Edinburgh Zoo
    • May 17, 2018

    Edinburgh Zoo

    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 can't be many other places in the world where you can stand in a glass tunnel underneath a tiger. In their own words: "Set in over 82 acres of wooded hillside, RZSS Edinburgh Zoo is home to over 1,000 rare and endangered animals. RZSS Edinburgh Zoo is home to the only giant pandas in the UK. The female is called Tian Tian (Sweetie) and the m
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    Beirhope Alpacas |Trekking
    • Apr 18, 2018

    Beirhope Alpacas |Trekking

    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. There's alpacas. It's somehow quite relaxing. They'll bring the alpacas to The Five Turrets if you want a tailored trekking experience for a group. In their own words: "A family owned smallholding located in the stunning Cheviot Hills, close to St Cuthbert’s Way. Beirhope truly is a hidden gem and we would love to share it with you on one of our
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    Kielder Water Birds of Prey Centre
    • Apr 17, 2018

    Kielder Water Birds of Prey Centre

    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 allow visitors to take part in flying the birds on the regular displays. It's great for children. In their own words: "The Birds Of Prey Centre is located within the magnificent lakeside surroundings of Kielder Water at Leaplish Waterside Park, Northumberland. The Centre contains one of the largest & most fascinating collections of Birds Of Pre
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    The Five Turrets, Ettrick Terrace, Selkirk , TD7 4LE

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