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Old Gala House

Historic Buildings & Homes

Galashiels

Selkirkshire

Set in beautifully landscaped grounds near the centre of Galashiels, Old Gala House is an impressive building dating back to 1583. Once home to the Lairds of Galashiels, the house is now a vibrant museum and gallery which tells the story of the town and its people. Programme of changing exhibitions and events.

Set in beautifully maintained grounds near the centre of Galashiels, Old Gala House is an impressive building dating back to 1583. Once home to the Lairds of Galashiels with over 400 years of history, the house is now a vibrant museum and gallery which tells the story of the town and its people.

Galashiels is known for its textile mill industry and Reivers heritage, and the museum brings to life vibrant tales of the town, such as the story behind its ‘soor plooms’ motto. The museum takes you from the house’s historical roots as home to the Pringle family, with its painted ceiling dating from 1635, right through to its present day role in Galashiels, with information on the ‘Braw Lads Gathering’. This happens every year in the town and is based on a poem written by Robert Burns about Galashiels.

As well as the museum, Old Gala House features several exhibition spaces which showcase a very busy and varied programme of contemporary arts and crafts touring exhibitions. The Thomas Clapperton Room also hosts a permanent exhibition dedicated to locally-born sculptor, Thomas Clapperton (1879-1962), famous for the London Liberty Store frieze and ‘Border Reiver’ war memorial. It contains superb examples of his work and information on his background.

The Pringle Café and Gallery is open throughout the day, with a gift shop, free Wi-Fi and a variety of refreshments. The stunning gardens – complete with SiMBA tree of tranquility, picnic benches, fountain and waterfall – are maintained by Gala in Bloom volunteers.

View our Museum and Gallery guide to find out more about what’s going on across our museums. Looking for inspiration? Take a look at our tourism guide to make the most of your trip to the Borders.

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+44 (1896) 752611
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museums@liveborders1.org.uk
Scott Crescent,
Galashiels,
Selkirkshire,
TD1 3JS

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2025 Opening Times

29 Apr 2025 - 17 Jun 2025

Day	Times
Mondays	10:00	16:00
Tuesdays	10:00	16:00
Wednesdays	10:00	16:00
Thursdays	10:00	16:00
Fridays	10:00	16:00
Saturdays	10:00	16:00
Sundays	Closed

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Phil Wilkinson

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Phil Wilkinson

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