Golden eagles, hen harriers, red squirrels. What we like: This charity run by wildlife experts offers full and half day wildlife safaris...

Intimidating, brooding and forbidding: "Discover a history filled with intrigue, murder, torture and treason." What we like: This lonely...

Independent bookseller What we like: Excellent independent book store with an intelligent selection of books, including a good range of...

Dramatic 14th century peel tower near Kelso. What we like: The Pringle family weren't taking any chances when they built a tower house to...

Historic route for cyclists, walkers and horse riders. What we like: The route passes over the Minch Moor. You can join this...

Moderate and difficult routes amid great scenery. What we like: The blue route is billed as "a gentle introduction to mountain biking...

Red, extreme and black routes for experienced cyclists. What we like: Not for the faint hearted, but the red route up through the forest...

Climbing and bouldering for all ages at Europe's largest indoor climbing arena. What we like: The Clip 'n Climb for children is fantastic...

Drive and discover the stories of the Borderlands. What we like: Five excellent self-drive audio storytelling tours, all easily...

See salmon leaping up the cauld just west of Selkirk What we like: There's a viewing centre of a certain vintage with an underwater...

Wildlife safaris around the Kielder Forest and the Northumberland coast What we like: There's a selection of safaris taking in the...

The best place to learn about the notorious Border Reivers. What we like: There's a permanent gallery dedicated to the history of the...

Unique, quirky and fun cakes and sweet treats What we like: Cake artist Nicola Moffat's masterclass in cake decoration at The Five...

Country house with lake and woodland walks. What we like: Outdoor activities, family days out, house tours full of history and art,...

The longest continuous section of the Roman wall. What we like: There's a good clue-solving quest around what remains of the fort and an...

Family-friendly tree top adventures for those with heads for heights. What we like: A great way to spend two or three hours in a...

The Home of Sir Walter Scott What we like: Well worth a couple of hours to learn more about one of Scotland's greatest writers and his...

Excellent history resource for the Scottish Borders. What we like: It's a comprehensive guide to the history of the Borders, starting 500...

Family run giftware business What we like: Good selection of quality Scottish textile gifts. In their own words: "Situated in Selkirk our...

18 hole golf course on the outskirts of Selkirk. What we like: There's a discount for Five Turrets guests at this popular par 70 parkland...