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Peebles and the River Tweed, Scottish Borders
Peebles
Gorgeous little towns along the River Tweed are common in the Scottish Borders — why not start with Peebles? Just a short trip from Edinburgh, it offers stunning scenery, shopping, cafés, and year-round events. Artsy and inspiring, it even attracted novelist John Buchan, who made it his home.
Great things to do in Peebles
Welcome to Peebles, escape the everyday and immerse yourself with an array of wonderful activities right on your doorstep.
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Welcome to the Tweed Valley
Go Tweed Valley and discover Scotland’s year-round activity destination.
Walking trails in Peebles
Explore Peebles on foot with walking trails and routes.
Fishing on the River Tweed
Try your hand at a spot of fishing on the River Tweed.
Tweedlove Bike Festival
Ride the best trails the Valley has to offer, demo a new bike, find your favourite brands, have a beer with your mates or soak up the festival vibes.
Tweed Valley Canoe Trail
Stretching 30-miles of the River Tweed, this first official canoe trail in south Scotland reaches from Stobo to Tweedbank amidst stunning scenery.
7stanes Glentress trails
Glentress is the 7stanes flagship trail centre offering a range of trails to suits everyone from beginners to pros.
Top days out ideas
Peebles offers access to a diverse array of unique visitor attractions and experiences all set against the backdrop of its stunning Scottish Borders scenery.
Great Polish Map of Scotland
Explore the world’s largest terrain relief model of Scotland built by a Polish war veteran, hidden in the grounds of Barony Castle.
Go Ape Glentress
Get ready for high-speed zips, free-fall Tarzan swings, and daring crossings high up in the canopy of Glentress Forest.
Dawyck Botanic Garden
See one of the world's finest arboreta near Peebles famous from its dazzling snowdrop, rhododendron, bluebell and autumnal displays.
1881 Distillery
Nestled in the heart of the Scottish Borders, Peebles Hydro have launched their own gin, distillery and school – using their very own spring water.
Neidpath Castle
Once home to many generations of aristocratic families, enjoy an unforgettable castle stay with lots of history to uncover.
Stobo Castle, Scottish Borders
Get ready for the ultimate pamper session. You’ll be spoilt for choice with spa treatments and a delicious food and drink offering.
Traquair House
Step through the gates of history at Traquair House, explore the maze and garden, and taste ale still brewed on site.
Cocoa Black Chocolate School & Café
Discover the art of chocolate in the heart of Peebles at Cocoa Black, home to award-winning chocolatier Ruth Hinks.
Inspiring routes, trails and itineraries
The great outdoors is calling! Check out a wide selection of routes starting from Peebles that offer everything from stunning scenery to notable attractions along the way.
Glentress Forest
Follow a route
Whether you’re looking for a gentle stroll along the woods or an epic hiking trail, put on your walking boots and explore until your heart’s content.
See what's on in Peebles
Peebles has a jam-packed calendar filled to the brim with exciting events and festivals throughout the whole year. Here is just a taster of what you can expect.
Tour O The Borders
Tour O The Borders is a spectacular closed-road sportive taking you through some of the finest landscape the Scottish Borders has to offer.
Glentress Trail Races
Trail running fun in nearby Glentress Forest – choose from 5 km, 10 km or half-marathon options through scenic forest trails.
Map of Peebles
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How to travel to and around Peebles
Getting to
Bus and coach
You can catch the bus from Edinburgh city centre to Peebles, which takes an hour and is a lovely scenic drive.
Driving
The easiest way to travel to Peebles is by car. The town is located in the Scottish Borders which is only a 30 minute drive from Edinburgh and around an hour from Glasgow.
Getting around
Walking
Peebles is a fairly small town so everything is within walking distance.
Bus and coach
Peebles has a local bus service that stops off at various locations across the town.
Glentress Wigwams
Places to stay in Peebles
From glamping and cosy wigwams to self-catering cottages, hostels, and guesthouses, Peebles has plenty of accommodation options for your trip.
Cocoa Black
Places to eat in Peebles
Whether you're after a relaxed bite or a special dining experience, Peebles offers it all, from family-friendly cafés to locally produced treats like craft beer, artisan gin, chocolate, and more.
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Find information on accessible trips
Exploring Peebles is easy for everyone. Whether it’s a family trip or a wheelchair-accessible holiday, discover accommodations, eateries, and attractions with excellent amenities for a memorable visit.
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