Ettrick and Yarrow Valleys
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Ettrick & Yarrow Valleys - that's the place for hotels & inns

 

There are several inns and hotels in the valleys.  The Philipburn Hotel is at the gateway to the valleys, The Cross Keys Inn is situated in the pretty village of Ettrickbridge  - or choose the Gordon Arms or Tibbie Shiels Inn which are all in beautiful and more remote locations in the Valleys.  Click on the heading or photograph of any of the entries below and this will take you to their website - providing much more information and options for checking availability and booking.

 

Tushielaw Inn, Ettrick Valley

The Tushielaw Inn is a 250 year old coaching inn in the Ettrick valley sitting high above Ettrick Water and looking out into open countryside.  There are 3 ensuite letting rooms and 2 more basic rooms with shared facilities for weary walkers and cyclists.  A good breakfast is available to set you up for the day, as well as packed lunches if you need them.  Cosy snug bar and restaurant available for your evening meal.

The Cross Keys Inn, Ettrickbridge

An atmospheric old coaching inn in the pretty village of Ettrickbridge.  Recently refurbished and the winner of the 2023 Scottish Thistle award for Best Pub, you are guaranteed a warm welcome whether you are joining us for a wonderful dining experience, a visit to the pub or looking for accommodation.  A pet-friendly perfect retreat from which to explore this beautiful area.  7 comfortable ensuite bedrooms, including family rooms.

The Gordon Arms, Yarrow Valley

The Gordon Arms is an old coaching Inn nestling in the Yarrow Valley. It was a favourite haunt of James Hogg, Sir Walter Scott and even Robert Burns was said to have stopped here. It is now an award winning restaurant with rooms (AA culinary rosette and 4* rooms), open from Thursday to Sunday.

All Seasons Philipburn Country House Hotel

The All Seasons Philipburn Country House Hotel welcomes all visitors.  18 bedrooms, bar, lounge and restaurant open daily serving light lunches and evening meals.  We are pet friendly.  Outside dining is available in the beautiful gardens, terrace and patio area.


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10 April 2017


Saturday Ranger Club Bowhill Eastate

Bowhill House suitable for 6yrs and over £5.00 per child

Returning for a second year our Saturday Club will bring some of the fun of Holiday Club to the weekends, a chance to leave the parents behind and get out for some woodland fun! Running throughout the season sessions will include favourites like den building along with some bush craft, fire lighting and woodland games.

Every Saturday from April to September.

The club is suitable for age 6 and over. Over 8’s can be left unattended.

Price: £5 per child.

Booking recommended. To secure your place, please call 01750 22204 or email [email protected].

Date: 10 April 2017

Nutty's Little Squirrel Bowhill Estate

Ranger Activities for the under 6s £3 per child 2pm-3pm

A chance for the under 6’s to get out in to the woodlands of Bowhill for a ranger activity!

Activities include a selection of explorer walks, storytelling, woodland crafts and wilderness games. On every Friday from April to the end of September.

Price: £3 per child.

Booking recommended. To secure your place, please call 01750 22204 or email [email protected].

Date: 10 April 2017

Childrens Puppet Theatre Jack and The Beans Talk

suitable for 3-7yrs £5.00 per person Bowhill Little Theatre

A fresh and funny retelling of the traditional tale. Jack lives with his mum and very little to eat. He talks to anyone and everyone who will listen. Imagine his surprise when he swaps the family cow for a handful of beans and starts to hear rumbling in the sky!

This show has plenty of interaction, an enormous beanstalk, bags of gold and a smelly giant. This lovely show is suitable for ages 3 – 7 and their families.

Booking recommended – book online here through Border Events or call us on 01750 22204. For terms and conditions, please click here.

Date: 10 April 2017

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