Ettrick and Yarrow Valleys
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Ettrick & Yarrow Valleys - that's the place for Children's Activities


Children can find their own entertainment in the natural surroundings of the Ettrick and Yarrow Valleys.  There are farm animals in the fields, birds and wildlife to look for in the variety of landscapes, and wild flowers to spy at many times of the year. 

There are numerous opportunities for safe paddling for children and a number of fantastic swim holes for older kids.  There are great places for picnics and a favourite spot for families is beside the Loch of the Lowes in the Yarrow Valley. 

Bowhill House and Country Estate has Nutty the Squirrel's soft play area for smaller children.  There is also an exciting adventure playground where children of all ages can have fun for hours. 

Budding tennis players can enjoy an excellent tennis court in the village of Ettrickbridge.  A play area beside the court can also occupy the little ones.

Bowhill Tree TrailThe Salmon Viewing Centre and walk to 'the cauld' are popular with families and there is a brass rubbing trail here for children.  There are many other short walks in the valleys which are suitable for children including the Tree Trail at Bowhill (pictured left).

Just to the north, in the Tweed Valley at Glentress, older children (12+) can take to the trees at Go Ape.  The tree top adventure offers an exciting course of rope bridges, Tarzan swings and crossings.  It features the highest 'Go Ape' zip wire which passes over the reservoirs in the valley.

Look out also for special events for children through the season, particularly at Bowhill.


Events
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11 April 2017


Childrens Theatre - Fuora Dance Project : T-his / T-hat

Bowhill House suitable 2-6yrs no upfront charge

An opportunity to take part in an innovative outdoor theatre experience with your child! This interactive performance asks ‘how do we make decisions?’ and ‘do we always make the best choice?’

After an introduction the audience is led on a journey of exploration to find objects and make decisions about them. There will be some French or Italian or Spanish words to learn too and the ending will depend on the audience members.

In another innovative initiative there will be no upfront charge for the show, but the audience will be asked to pay what they thought the show was worth.

Suitable for ages 2 – 6. Booking recommended – call us on 01750 22204 or email [email protected].

Date: 11 April 2017

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