The Borders has a unique heritage and culture. Proximity to England and a long history of turbulence between the two nations has resulted in the community having strong traditional values and loyalties, but remaining progressive in outlook. Borderers are proud of their individual community identities and civic celebrations, such as local "Common Ridings" and summer festivals, and combine these with a spirit of enterprise and innovation.
From traditional industry to modern business, the Borders provide many opportunities for employment, and our beautiful countryside offers a wide range of outdoor activities and sports to visitors and residents alike.
Map of the Scottish Borders
Visit Scotland - Towns
Ayton
Chirnside
Coldingham
(Coldingham - Town Website)
Coldstream
Duns
(Duns - Town Website)
Eyemouth
Galashiels
(Galashiels - Town Website)
Hawick
(Hawick - Town Website)
Jedburgh
(Jedburgh - Town Website)
Kelso
(Kelso - Town Website 1)
(Kelso - Town Website 2)
Melrose
(Melrose - Town Website)
Peebles
(Peebles - Town Website)
Selkirk
(Selkirk - Town Website)
Useful Websites
New to the Borders
Our Scottish Borders
Online Borders
Direct Gov
Voting in the UK
Scottish Borders Council
Visit Scottish Borders
Scotland is The Place - Scottish Borders
Borders Traditions