12 Days of Blogmas: Day Five - Oh no it isn’t!
Ahead of a visit to ‘Aladdin’ in Peebles, I am compelled to celebrate that most British of entertainments - Panto!
12 Days of Blogmas: Day Four - This is my story…
Presenting a short video, filmed in November 2023. This is my story…
12 Days of Blogmas: Day Three - Books
Day Three of Blogmas. I want to share some of the books I use for researching Blogs and Tours, as well as going off brand and letting you know my seasonal favourites.
12 Days of Blogmas: Day Two - Inners for Shoppers
Day Two of Blogmas has me taking a wander around Innerleithen’s shops and finding everything you need for Christmas.
12 Days of Blogmas: Day One - Intro
Introduction to the ‘12 Days of Blogmas’ challenge I have set myself for December.
Traquair’s Royal Connection - Part IV
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.
Borders Festive Feels
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.
6 of the best Borders Winter Walks
A second helping of wintery walks in The Borders. Includes tips for after walk refreshments, perfect for cosy winter afternoons.
Eddleston Water Path - Worth the wait…
The new multi use path connecting Peebles and Eddleston.
10 things to do on rainy days in The Borders
10 suggestions for what to do on the inevitable rainy days in The Borders this autumn and winter.
Traquair’s Royal Connections - Part III
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…
Cosy Pubs and Autumn Walks
Here are three of my favourite half day walks in The Borders, all of which end in a cosy pub.
Free things to do in The Borders
Some of the best free days out you can have in The Borders this autumn.
Traquair’s Royal Connections - Part II
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.
Full Circle at The Borders Textile Towerhouse
A trip to The Borders Textile Towerhouse in Hawick, including exhibitions from Innerleithen based Rachel Hunter and FINDRA.
Traquair’s Royal Connections - Part 1
Traquair House proudly claims to have been visited by 27 Scottish Kings and Queens. Here is my attempt to list and explain them all!
The Border Abbeys
Four great Medieval Abbeys, built in the reign of King David I, and inspiring awe and wonder in The Borders for 900 years.
Glasgow street art
Images from Glasgow’s thriving urban street art scene.
The Borders Book Festival at 20
A celebration of 20 years of The Borders Book Festival, including an interview with founder and Creative Director Alistair Moffat
The ancient Kirk at Stobo
A stunning Peeblesshire Kirk, with roots going back almost 1,500 years