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Oct 10, 2019
Autumn in the Scottish Borders
Autumn's finally here and the leaves are turning. Time to visit the Scottish Borders to drink in those colours.
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Jun 18, 2019
Selkirk to Denholm figure of eight cycle route.
A 41 mile ride through the gentle countryside south east of Selkirk at the heart of the Scottish Borders. Beware of vampire hay bales.
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Jun 18, 2019
Paddy Slacks and Tweed Valley road cycle circular
Up, up and away, through rugged uplands with only sheep for company - and a couple of exhilarating descents
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Jun 16, 2019
Yair Circular Cycle Route
A leisurely 15 km loop out from Selkirk, crossing the Ettrick Water and River Tweed. With added bees. Grade: Leisurely Distance: 15 km Total
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Jun 15, 2019
Scott's View and Kelso
A 52 mile circular cycle route through the Scottish Borders featuring one of Scotland's most celebrated vistas. And a unicorn.
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Jun 13, 2019
Megget, Talla and Peebles
A gorgeous - and challenging - 70 mile circuit through spectacular upland scenery, with lochs, a botanic garden and a couple of castles.
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May 31, 2019
Ettrickbridge and Newark Castle cycle circuit
A moderate 21 mile circuit south and west of Selkirk in the Scottish Borders. With a castle and a peel tower thrown in for good measure.
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May 31, 2019
Lindean Loch and Midlem cycle circuit
A moderate 16.5 mile circuit heading east out of Selkirk and uphill to picturesque Lindean Loch before looping south of the town.
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May 30, 2019
Bowhill and Yair Brig circular cycle route
A scenic loop along the course of the River Tweed and Ettrick Water around Selkirk.
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May 23, 2019
Selkirk to Melrose cycle route
A great cycle ride from Selkirk to Melrose, mainly on dedicated cycle paths. Great for families. With added elves and a bagpipe-playing pig.
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May 21, 2019
Ettrick Forest road cycling circular
A challenging 40 mile circular road cycling circuit starting out and ending in Selkirk in the Scottish Borders. Designed by Pete Laing.
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Apr 14, 2019
The Sunday Times names The Five Turrets in its top 25 UK holiday cottages
"Five Turrets is decorated with the owners’ landscape shots and wall hangings, with flair stamped all over their bright furnishings and...
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Mar 1, 2019
Cycling Selkirk
Discover the best road cycling routes at the heart of the Scottish Borders with the free Cycling Selkirk guide. Download it here.
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Feb 11, 2019
There’s more to Scotland...
There’s more to Scotland than Edinburgh and the Highlands. The Scottish Borders is the perfect place for a Scottish getaway. World class...
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Feb 6, 2019
Introductory February offer
We're offering a full week's stay at The Five Turrets for just £750 as an introductory offer for our new self catering property in the...
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Feb 6, 2019
How to make sure only the wedding cake is in tiers
Looking for somewhere special for your wedding guests to stay? The Five Turrets is the answer. Planning a wedding in the Scottish...
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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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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...
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Feb 19, 2018
Cross Borders Drove Trail | Selkirk
Historic route for cyclists, walkers and horse riders. What we like: The route passes over the Minch Moor. You can join this...
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