Day Two of Blogmas has me taking a wander around Innerleithen’s shops and finding everything you need for Christmas.

Introduction to the ‘12 Days of Blogmas’ challenge I have set myself for December.

The fourth, and final, part of my journey through the history of Traquair and the Kings and Queens who have visited here. This part takes us from the Jacobite Risings, through the end of the Stuarts of Traquair and right up to the current day with Catherine Maxwell-Stuart, 21st Lady of Traquair.

Winter is here! These are some of the best ways to have a fun festive season, and bright start to 2024, here in The Borders.

A second helping of wintery walks in The Borders. Includes tips for after walk refreshments, perfect for cosy winter afternoons.

The new multi use path connecting Peebles and Eddleston.

10 suggestions for what to do on the inevitable rainy days in The Borders this autumn and winter.

Part 3 of my long trip through the 27 Kings and Queens of Scotland who have visited Traquair House. This instalment features James V, Mary and James VI - as well as the Stuarts of Traquair rising to their greatest heights…

Here are three of my favourite half day walks in The Borders, all of which end in a cosy pub.

Some of the best free days out you can have in The Borders this autumn. 

Part 2 of the story of Traquair and it’s royal visitors, covering the early Stuart monarchs, and the establishment of The Stuarts of Traquair.

A trip to The Borders Textile Towerhouse in Hawick, including exhibitions from Innerleithen based Rachel Hunter and FINDRA.

Traquair House proudly claims to have been visited by 27 Scottish Kings and Queens.  Here is my attempt to list and explain them all!

My unofficial guide to Innerleithen’s big festival week.

Four great Medieval Abbeys, built in the reign of King David I, and inspiring awe and wonder in The Borders for 900 years.

Images from Glasgow’s thriving urban street art scene. 

A celebration of 20 years of The Borders Book Festival, including an interview with founder and Creative Director Alistair Moffat

A stunning Peeblesshire Kirk, with roots going back almost 1,500 years

An iconic tomb prominently sited in Liliards Edge, in the very heart of The Borders.  My personal reflections on this landmark following a recent visit. 

My decidedly mixed views on the massive Wallace Statue at Bemersyde, central Borders.