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

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?

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

Rent a bike from the Diamond Cycle Centre for your stay at The Five Turrets

Scotland's largest hedge maze. It's amazing...

Experience the Big Bang, volcanoes and earthquakes and the rainforest. And it's got a little iceberg.

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

Nautical but nice. The half hour fast blast is popular but take a look at the Coastal Exploration trip.

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 great day out for all the family. Brewery, distillery, restaurant, grass sledging, rollerskating - there's a lot going on.

Guided, self-guided and bespoke bike adventures. They know their stuff and the best rides in Scotland.

Top notch roastery and coffee shop What we like: This warm and welcoming cafe is the perfect place to start the day. Great coffee, lovely baking and they'll grind coffee freshly for you to take away. In their own words: "Three hills coffee is named after a distinctive local landmark – the three hills of the Eildons near Melrose which feature on our logo. We feel this sums up our core values of rock solid customer service and local focus. Since 2016 we have been supplying top

Award-winning restaurant and bar in Selkirk town centre What we like: Husband and wife team Tracey and Trevor Ward run a great bar and restaurant in the centre of Selkirk. In their own words: "Between them, Tracey and Trevor have over 60 years experience in the Hospitality and Catering Industry and have gained experience in a wide variety of different establishments. Tracey began her career in the Travel Industry and moved into Hotels in 1990 as Reservations Manager at The Mo

Highly recommended restaurant concentrating on locally sourced ingredients and seasonal menus What we like: The use of local suppliers and concentration on high quality ingredients. Seasonal sourcing too, as the name suggests. You're sure to get a good meal. In their own words: "From our lovely location in the heart of the Borders, we are absolutely committed to creating menus that are truly seasonal and as local as they can be. Our imaginative menus feature delicious fresh p

Award-winning Italian restaurant What we like: Award winning chef Antonio Caterino and his team know their way around a traditional Italian menu. Do try their seafood - it's a speciality. In their own words: "Born in Naples, Italy, Antonio Caterino, brings you authentic, fresh, hand made food. Using traditional Italian recipes as well as his own family recipes handed down generations of Napolitans. We pride ourselves on the quality and variety of our menu and our daily ‘Speci

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