Galashiels - Scottish Borders Walking Festival

14th
Scottish Borders
Galashiels 2008
30th August - 6th September
With all the talk of ‘food miles’, why not enjoy
ingredients that have more effect on your taste buds
than they do on the environment?
Borders Banquet is a 10-day celebration of the best restaurants, the best chefs and the best
locally produced ingredients available in the Scottish Borders.
You might have to travel an hour or so to get here, but you will be tasting some of the finest,
freshest food that hasn’t travelled anywhere at all.
Make the most of your trip with a night or two in one of the many welcoming hotels and
guesthouses and a day or two exploring the stunning scenery.
The first place to visit is www.bordersbanquet.co.uk
‘Fisherman’ image courtesy of VisitScotland
Know the Code before you go...
Enjoy Scotland’s outdoors responsibly!
SNH
Enjoy Scotland’s outdoors! Everyone has
the right to be on most land and inland
water for recreation, education and for
going from place to place providing they
act responsibly. These access rights and
responsibilities are explained in the
Scottish Outdoor Access Code. The key
things are:
When you’re in the outdoors:
take personal responsibility for your own
actions and act safely
respect people’s privacy and peace of mind
help land managers and others to work
safely and effectively
care for your environment and take your
litter home
keep your dog under proper control
take extra care if you’re organising an
event or running a business.
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When you’re managing the outdoors:
respect access rights
act reasonably when asking people to
avoid land management operations
work with your local authority and
other bodies to help integrate access and
land management
respect rights of way and customary
access.
Find out more by visiting
www.outdooraccess-scotland.com or
by telephoning your local Scottish
Natural Heritage office.
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14th
Scottish Borders
Galashiels is proud to welcome you
to the 14th Scottish Borders Festival of
Walking, a superb week long celebration
of walking and the countryside for all
ages and abilities.
Galashiels, which lies at the base of the
steep sided valley of the Gala Water,
close to its meeting with the majestic
River Tweed, lies at the heart of Borders
country. The town is within easy reach of
the Moorfoot, Lammermuir and Cheviot
hill ranges, the Yarrow, Ettrick and Tweed
Valleys and surrounded by rich farmland
and lush countryside, making Galashiels
the ideal base for walking in the area.
GALASHIELS
The town’s name, first recorded in 1124,
is partly derived from the adjacent river,
Gala Water, and from ‘shiels’ meaning
dwellings. Known to locals as ‘Gala’, the
town has a marvellous history with links
to William Wallace, Robert the Bruce,
and ‘Black Douglas’. Amongst others are
Robert Burns, who re-wrote the song
‘Braw Lads o’ Galla Water’ during the
poet’s ‘pilgrimage’ across the Borders.
The town is also renowned for its part
in the once booming ‘tweed’ industry
helped by Sir Walter Scott’s canny
marketing technique during his visits to
London.
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Braw Lads O Galla Water
Braw, braw lads on Yarrow braes,
They rove amang the blooming heather,
But Yarrow braes nor Ettrick shaws
Can match the lads o’ Galla Water.
But there is ane, a secret ane,
Aboon them a’ I loe him better,
And I’ll be his, and he’ll be mine,
The bonie lad o’ Galla Water.
Altho’ his daddie was nae laird,
And tho’ I had nae meikle tocher,
Yet, rich in kindest, truest love,
We’ll tent our flocks by Galla Water.
It ne’er was wealth, it ne’er was wealth,
That coft contentment, peace,
and pleasure,
The bands and bliss o’ mutual love,
O, that’s the chiefest warld’s treasure.
Today Gala has successfully diversified
from a reliance on textiles into a
bustling rural town offering the visitor
an abundance of interesting places to
explore, a wide variety of shops, bars,
hotels to visit and the surrounding
countryside to enjoy.
THE FESTIVAL
WALK GRADES
The Scottish Borders Festival of Walking
2008 offers you a great range of activities
for all ages and abilities than ever before.
During this week long event you can
choose from a diverse range of 50 walks
for your daytime activities, complimented
by an exciting array of entertainment to
keep you busy in the evening. Be it your
first walking festival or an experienced
returning hill walker, the Scottish Borders
Festival of Walking is fun, friendly and
certainly where you want to be!
Festival walks have been graded as:
Very Easy, Easy, Moderate, Moderate/
Strenuous and Strenuous.
ABOUT THE WALKS
Choose from 50 walks ranging from
very easy strolls, low level valley walks to
strenuous hill climbs. Whatever walks you
choose, experienced guides will lead and
back mark each walk as you explore the
rich wildlife, fascinating geology, intriguing
history and remarkable archaeology
associated with Scottish Borders.
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Symbols
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Full Hill Walking Gear
Where this symbol is shown, the
participant is expected to be adequately
equipped with warm clothes, waterproofs
and hill walking boots.
Coach Service – outward and/or return
Transport from/to the Registration centre is
included where this symbol appears.
Packed Lunch
Should be taken where this symbol appears.
These walk grades together with the walk
length, ascent (where this is significant) and
description enables you to select a suitable
walk for your capability and interest.
Walk Numbers
For safety and logistical reasons, most
walks are limited to 25 to 30 people
depending on the type of walk. Booking
is therefore essential for you to get a
place on the walks of your choice. If your
selected walk is full, we will aim to offer
you an alternative walk on the same day.
Refreshments
Where required a packed lunch or snack
has been indicated on walks which run
over lunchtime. Walkers may also wish
to purchase food at the various tearooms
and cafes at walk destinations. Walkers
should also carry adequate water on all
walks.
Dogs/Smoking
Dogs are not allowed on the Festival
walks, many which go through
livestock areas. This rule is strictly
applied. It does not apply to guide dogs
accompanying registered blind walkers.
booking acknowledgement with you.
If you do not register prior to your walk
departure, your name will not be on the
leader’s list and you may not be allowed
to join the walk.
After your daily walk you can enjoy
refreshments in the Walker’s Cafe
between 3pm and 6pm.
Focus Centre website www.focus-centre.
demon.co.uk
Parking
There is on street parking close-by the
Registration Centre, however, as there
is limited car parking available at the
Registration Centre you are advised to
use one of the many car parks available
throughout Galashiels, the main one is
off the High Street (Pay and Display).
We also ask all walkers whilst on any walk
not to smoke, in order to avoid risk of fire
and out of consideration to others.
Walk Registration Centre
The Registration Centre is open from
8am to 6pm where all types of local
and Festival walking information will be
available.
The Registration Centre is based at
The Focus Centre, Livingston Place,
Galashiels. All walks depart from
here. You must arrive 30 minutes prior
to your walk departing in order to
register your attendance. Remember
to bring your Visit Scotland booking
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Evening Entertainment
The week starts with a walker’s reception
where wine, cheese and a warm welcome
awaits you. Throughout the week there
are lots of opportunities to socialise with
fellow festival goers. Be it tapping your
foot at the traditional song and story
night, learning about ‘Gala’ through an
interesting history presentation, watching
the festival film at the local cinema,
getting spooked on the eerie ghost
evening, testing yourself at the quiz night
and jigging the night away at the grand
ceilidh, we have an excellent selection of
activities for you to enjoy.
Booking Walks and Entertainment
Unless otherwise stated, you can check
availability and book all walks and evening
entertainment by phoning 0870 608
0404 (option 1) or emailing: bordersinfo@
visitscotland.com
Once booked, walks are not transferable.
It might be possible to change your walk,
subject to capacity, but an additional walk
charge must be paid.
Accommodation Bookings
Festival Charges
The Galashiels area offers a wide range of
graded accommodation including hotels,
guest houses, bed and breakfast places,
caravan and camping sites and selfcatering units. Accommodation enquiries
should be directed to:
www.visitscottishborders.com
T: 0845 2255 121
E: [email protected]
Where coaches are required, walkers will be
transported via coach to the start of a walk,
and/or uplifted at the end of a walk.
Travel and Transport
Walk charges range from £1.00 to £7.50,
depending whether coach travel is
required or not. Some are entirely free of
charge.
Evening entertainment charges range from
£1.50 to £8.00.
Liability
Participants in the Scottish Borders Festival
of Walking take part at their own risk, and
the organisers and sponsor bodies shall not
be liable for any accident or injury, however
caused. You are advised to check your own
personal accident insurance cover. Persons
under the age of 16 and vulnerable adults
must be accompanied by a responsible
adult.
Galashiels is situated on the A7 about 33
miles south of Edinburgh and 39 miles
northwest of Berwick-Upon-Tweed.
Newcastle (69 m) and Edinburgh (39 m)
airports have low cost flights and car hire.
The two most convenient rail stations
are Edinburgh and Berwick-upon-Tweed,
where regular buses provide links to
Galashiels Town Centre.
During the Festival you may wish to use
the local bus service if travelling from
neighbouring towns. Galashiels bus
station is a short walk from the Registration
Centre and Galashiels Academy is adjacent
to the Centre. Buses stop at both these
locations.
For public transport information please
telephone Traveline: 0871 200 2233 or visit
the website: www.travelinescotland.com
14th
Scottish Borders
Walk Programme
Saturday 30th August
Walk 1
Three Lochs
KR
11m / 18km
Moderate
Walk Duration
5hrs
Total Ascent
850ft/260m
Check In
09:45
Depart
10:15
Return
15:15
Leaders
Scottish Borders
Hill Walking Club
Walk Places
30
A pleasant circular walk south of
Tweedbank which passes through the
enchanting Rhymer's Glen and winds along
Gala Water and the River Tweed where
you will pass Abbotsford House, former
home of Sir Walter Scott. An excellent
walk following the banks of Faldonside,
Cauldshiels and Gunknowe Lochs.
Cost
£5.00
Full Hill Walking Gear required
Packed Lunch should be taken
Coach Service outward and/or return
Paths to Health(P2H)
Walk 2
Two Towers, Buckholm
and Torwoodlee
8m / 13km
Moderate / Strenuous
Walk Duration
5hrs
Total Ascent
330ft/100m
Check In
09:30
Depart
10:00
Return
15:00
Leaders
SBC Ranger Service
Walk Places
30
Join the Archaeology Officer on a walk
back through time. Starting in the
town centre looking at some modern
archaeology, you will go on to discover
ancient hidden homes on your journey.
A wonderful opportunity to walk
through Torwoodlee and Buckholm
Estates, one of the oldest landholdings
in the Galashiels area.
Cost
£5.00
Walk 3
Lauder to Gala on
Southern Upland Way
of death remains a mystery, before
reaching the Three Brethren Cairns.
Lastly you will follow the Southern
Upland Way to Galashiels via Yair Bridge.
12m / 19km
Moderate
Cost
Walk Duration
6hrs
Total Ascent
860ft/280m
Check In
08:30
Depart
09:00
Return
15:00
Leaders
Independent
Walk Places
30
Follow the Southern Upland Way from
the Royal Burgh of Lauder following
old drove roads and tracks to Langlee,
thereafter following the bed of the old
Waverly railway line to Galashiels.
Cost
£7.50
Walk 4
Selkirk to Gala via Tibbies
and Three Brethren
10m / 16km
Moderate / Strenuous
Walk Duration
5hrs
Total Ascent
1500ft/460m
Check In
09:30
Depart
10:00
Return
15:15
Leaders
Scottish Borders Hill
Walking Club
Walk Places
30
Take a hike through Philiphaugh Estate
via the Corby Linn along forest and hill
tracks. Stop to pay your respects to the
famous Tibbie Tamson, whose cause
£7.50
KR
Walk 5
Dobbies Grave and
Ladhope Moor
6m / 10km
Moderate
Walk Duration
4hrs
Total Ascent
800ft/250m
Check In
11:00
Depart
11:30
Return
15:30
Leaders
Independent
Walk Places
30
A hill walk at an easy pace to explore
the area North of Galashiels. Follow
the Ladhope Burn to the East side of
Buckholm Hill. Stop at the hillside at
Dobies Grave, a famous piper who died
for his trade. Return by Ladhope Moor
and Langlee Community Woodlands.
Cost
£5.00
Walk 6
Galashiels Town Trail
5m / 8km
Easy
Walk Duration
2hrs
Total Ascent
N/A
Check In
10:00
Depart
10:30
Return
12:30
Leaders
Old Gala Club / Paths
to Health
Walk Places
30
Woodland. Pass the 16th century Hilslap
Tower before returning through Ladhope
Moor and North America. Enjoy excellent
views of Galashiels nestled in her green
valley.
Cost
£5.00
Join the Old Gala Club for an easy paced
history walk and talk round Galashiels Town.
Learn about Gala Aisle, the Mill Lades, the
Reiver and much more.
Cost
£2.50
Sunday 31st August
Walk 7
Hillslap Tower, Murder
Cleuch and North America
KR
Walk 8
Melrose to Gala along
River Tweed
9m / 14km
Moderate
Walk Duration
5hrs
11.5m / 19km
Moderate
Total Ascent
590ft/180m
Walk Duration
6hrs
Check In
09:45
Total Ascent
1700ft/520m
Depart
10:15
Check In
09:00
Return
15:35
Depart
09:30
Leaders
Melrose Paths Group
Return
15:30
Walk Places
30
Leaders
Tweeddale Ramblers
Walk Places
30
From the ruined beauties of Melrose
Abbey wind your way along the River
Tweed by settlements, farms and mansion
houses. Join the Southern Upland Way by
Yair Bridge to return to Galashiels by moor
and woodland.
Walk north out of Galashiels to join the old
drove road past Hawksnest and Murder
Cleuch. Meet some unusual woodland
creatures in Wooplaw Community
Cost
£7.50
Stride out every Wednesday with
the Border Telegraph - your local
newspaper based in Galashiels with all your local news and full
coverage of the Borders Walking
Festival
AND climb every hill with the Peeblesshire News
under your arm - published each Friday - covering
Tweeddale and the Biggar area with all the best
local news
Borders Telegraph
113 Channel Street,
Galashiels TD1 1BN
Tel: 01896 758395; fax 01896 759395
email: [email protected]
web: www.bordertelegraph.com
Peeblesshire News
40 Northgate,
Peebles EH45 8BZ
Tel: 01721 720884; fax 01721 721492
email: [email protected]
web: www.peeblesshirenews.com
The aim of the group is to offer a channel through which people interested in all
areas of paranormal activity or the supernatural can meet to discuss paranormal
phenomenon and to investigate or explore these phenomena with a view to
determining the causes of them
Want to know more? Visit us at www.bordersparanormal.co.uk
Walk 9
Old Tweed Bridge to Gala
Walk 10
Lauder Common Circular
5m / 8km
Moderate
8m / 13km
Moderate
Walk Duration
5hrs
Walk Duration
5hrs
Total Ascent
600ft/180m
Total Ascent
600ft/180m
Check In
10:30
Check In
09:00
Depart
11:00
Depart
09:30
Return
15:15
Return
15:30
Leaders
U3A
Leaders
Independent
Walk Places
30
Walk Places
30
A pleasant walk which begins at Old
Tweed Bridge and follows a beautiful
stretch of the River Tweed to where it
tumbles over the rocks below mid 18th
century Yair Bridge. Follow the Southern
Upland Way through the grazed moors
of Fairnielee Farm. Enjoy the views
before returning along a farm track to
Gala Policies.
Follow the Lauder Common Riding route.
A hill walk with fine views from the heather
moorland tops of the common. You will
follow along tracks and paths by Lauder
Burn; passing the Burgess Cairn before
following the ridge along Brown Rig and
Scarce Law.
Cost
Walk 11
Black Hill Eildons Circular
£7.50
Cost
£7.50
13m / 21km
Strenuous
Walk Duration
6hrs
Total Ascent
600ft/180m
Check In
08:30
Depart
09:00
Return
15:40
Leaders
Scottish Borders Hill
Walking Club
Walk Places
30
Starting from historic Melrose you will
follow the old right of way through
Sorrowlessfield Mains before ascending the
Black Hill of Earlston. Cross the Leader Water
and River Tweed to take a final ascent over
the Eildons and back into Melrose.
MB
Cost
£7.50
Walk 12
Gala Woodlands Tree Trail
3m / 5km
Very Easy
Walk Duration
2hrs
Total Ascent
200ft/60m
Check In
12:30 - 13:30
Depart
13:00 - 14:00
A Paths to Health walk that little bit further
along the River Tweed to Dryburgh
Bridge, Temple of the Muses and Dryburgh
village. Time to visit the ruins of Dryburgh
Abbey (entry charge £4.70 - free entry to
members of Historic Scotland). Thence
along north bank of Tweed via Clintmains
to Mertoun Bridge, returning by St
Cuthbert's Way.
Return
15:00
Cost
Leaders
Borders Forest Trust /
Paths to Health
Walk Places
100
Follow the trail around Gala Policies and
Gala Hill solving tree-themed puzzles as
you go. Reach a local viewpoint where
you can “Gaze on Scotland`s Eden on the
side of Gala Hill”. Return to the Walkers
Café for the answers. There is a prize
for the first 100 people to finish. Warm
clothing and waterproofs recommended.
All children must be accompanied by an
adult.
Cost
£1.00
Monday 1st September
Walk 13
St Boswells, Temple of Muses
and Dryburgh Abbey
5m / 8km
Easy
Walk Duration
4hrs 30mins
Total Ascent
n/a
Check In
09:15
Depart
09:45
Return
14:45
Leaders
Paths to Health
Walk Places
30
£7.50
KR
Walk 14
Torwoodlee, Meigle,
Galashiels
10.5m / 17km
Moderate
Walk Duration
6hrs
Total Ascent
525ft/160m
Check In
09:00
Depart
09:30
Return
15:30
Leaders
Scottish Borders Hill
Walking Club
Walk Places
30
A walk with good views over Galashiels.
Walk through Gala Policies and Victoria
Park to join the Meigle circular track
round Meigle Hill, passing one of the
Covenanter's secret outdoor service areas.
Cost
£5.00
Walk 15
Wallace Statue and
Mertoun
Walk 16
Oxton to Gala via The
Girthgate
12m / 19km
13m / 21km
Strenuous
Walk Duration 6hrs
Walk Duration
6hrs 30mins
Total Ascent
200ft/60m
Total Ascent
790ft/240m
Check In
09:30
Check In
09:00
Depart
10:00
Depart
09:30
Return
16:30
Return
17:10
Leaders
Scottish Borders Hill
Walking Club
Leaders
Independent
Walk Places
30
Walk Places
25
This walk follows part of the ancient
“sanctuary” road from Soutra to Melrose
Abbey. From Oxton there are extensive
views passing over Collie Law, Inchkeith
and Lauder Common towards Threepwood
following the Allan Water. Then via
Ladhopemoor down to Galashiels.
Moderate
This walk takes you across three bridges,
passing old and new sculptures. You will
start by crossing the elegant Dryburgh
Bridge then will follow the River Tweed to
Mertoun Cauld. The rest of the walk will
take you past Mertoun Church and a
renovated water wheel before returning
through Newtown Glen.
Cost
KR
£7.50
Cost
£7.50
Walk 17
Traquair to Galashiels along
Southern Upland Way
13m / 21km
Strenuous
Walk Duration
7hrs
Total Ascent
2210ft/530m
Check In
09:00
Depart
09:30
Return
17:10
Leaders
SBC Ranger Service
Walk Places
30
Walk this section of the Southern Upland
way following the route used by drovers
as they made their way across the Borders
many years ago. A chance to enjoy a wealth
of upland flora and fauna and to enjoy some
stunning views of the central Borders.
Cost
£7.50
Tuesday 2nd September
Walk 18
St Cuthbert's Way and
Peniel Heugh
10.5m / 17km
Moderate
Walk Duration
6hrs
Total Ascent
650ft/200m
Check In
10:00
Depart
10:30
Return
17:10
Leaders
SBC Ranger Service
Walk Places
30
Follow St Cuthbert’s Way from St Boswells
to Harestanes by the side of the Tweed
and onto Dere Street (Roman Road)
over Lilliardsedge. The walk will leave
St Cuthbert's Way and climb up to the
Waterloo Monument on Peniel Heugh
with fine views over Teviotdale.
Cost
KR
£7.50
Walk 19
Walkerburn to Innerleithen
via Minchmoor
9m / 14km
Moderate / Strenuous
Walk Duration
6hrs 45mins
Total Ascent
1900ft/575m
Check In
09:00
Depart
09:30
Return
17:15
Leaders
SBC Ranger Service
Walk Places
30
Climb up through Elibank Forest to the
top of Minch Moor where there will be an
opportunity for some tremendous views.
Learn about land and forest management
and see a variety of wildlife.
Cost
£7.50
Walk 20
Philiphaugh Circular and
Salmon Leap
5m / 8km
Moderate
Walk Duration
4hrs 45mins
Total Ascent
700ft/215m
Check In
09:15
Depart
09:45
Return
15:00
Leaders
U3A
Walk Places
40
Start at a bloody battlefield (1645), walk into
the hills through mature woods and
over lush pastures, visit a witch's grave,
admire stunning scenery from Harehead
Hill, descend to the Salmon Viewing Centre
welcoming tearoom (no entry fee). Includes
a short optional extension to the Cauld
on Ettrick Water.
Cost
£7.50
Walk 21
Leithen Lodge to Thornielee
via Windlestraw
Walk 22
Three Brethren Trail
9m / 14km
Strenuous
Walk Duration
6hrs 30mins
Walk Duration
7hrs 30mins
Total Ascent
1180ft/360m
Total Ascent
1970ft/600m
Check In
09:45
Check In
08:45
Depart
10:15
Depart
09:15
Return
17:15
Return
17:45
Leaders
Leaders
Scottish Borders Hill
Walking Club
Forestry Commission
Scotland
Walk Places
20
Walk Places
25
From the Leithen Water the Sillar Road
track climbs onto Bareback Knowe and
the ridge to Windlestraw Law (659m)
with all round views. Descend by
Seathope Rig, and follow the Gatehouse
valley ascending to Holylee Farm and
the Holy Well. Enter Thornylee Forest to
see Muckle Moothed Meg at the end of
the walk.
Cost
KR
£7.50
9.5m / 15km
Strenuous
A section of the Southern Upland
Way, takes you through some scenic
woodland before topping out on Three
Brethen Cairns.
Cost
£7.50
Walk 23
Gala Policies Easy Access
1m / 2km
Very Easy
Walk Duration
2hrs
Total Ascent
N/A
Check In
13:30
Depart
14:00
Return
16:00
Leaders
Paths to Health /
Borders Forest Trust
Walk Places
30
A very easy Paths to Health walk past the
pond and the site of the 'new' Gala House
to a viewpoint with views across Gala
Hill, Mossilee, Ladhope and Buckholm.
Assisted wheelchair users welcome.
Cost
Free
To Edinburgh
Torwoodlee
2
Buckholm
Hill
5
A
72
14
Ladhope
Woods
Ladhope
Clovenfords
Galashiels
47
23 12
40
Meigle Hill
36
25
6
A
Langlee
Gala
Hill
Tweedbank
Rive
7
70
Neidpath Hill
Langlee Woods
8
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9
Yair
Bridge
Old Tweed
Bridge
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7
r Tweed
48
30
Abbotsford
Cauldshiels
Loch
Windlestraw
Law
21
Peebles
Lee
Pen
To
Glasgow
M8
A1 Eyemouth
West
Linton
A68
A7
A703
Duns
Lauder
Kelso
Melrose
A702
Selkirk
Hawick
M74
Innerleithen
Yarrowford
A68
29
Yarrow
10 miles
w
A
35
Long Distance Paths
Borders Abbeys Way
Southern Upland Way
St. Cuthbert's Way
Hills over 300m
0 miles
0 kilometres
3
5
St Mary’s Loch
er
Twe
ed
Three Breth
Cairns
Minch
Moor
41
Jedburgh
Newcastleton
To
Carlisle
Ri v
17
To
Newcastle
27
43
19
Traquair
A7
Langholm
A 72
Thornilee
Galashiels
A72
Moffat
BerwickuponTweed
Walkerburn
Coldstream
Peebles
To
Biggar
Glasgow
31
33
Edinburgh
Bowhill
34
Booking and
Reservation Form
14th
Scottish Borders
It is ESSENTIAL to book and pay for your
walks and evening entertainment in advance.
Some Paths to Health walks require you to
book via the relevant telephone number
provided.
Please indicate the number of people attending each of the walks and/or evening events in the
boxes provided.
Saturday 30th August
Walk Title of Walk
Cost No of No.
£
People
1 Three Lochs
5.00
2 Two Towers, Bucholm and Torwoodlee
5.00
3 Lauder to Gala (SUW)
7.50
4 Selkirk to Gala via Tibbies and Three Brethren
7.50
5 Dobies Grave and Ladhope Moor
5.00
6 Galashiels Town Trail
2.50
Total
£
Sunday 31st August
Walk Title of Walk
Cost No of
No.
£
People
7 Hillslap Tower, Murder Cleuch, North America
5.00
8 Melrose to Gala along River Tweed
7.50
9 Old Tweed Bridge to Gala
7.50
10 Lauder Common Circular
7.50
11 Black Hill Eildons Circular
7.50
12 Galashiels Woodland Tree Trail
1.00
Total
£
Monday 1st September
Walk Title of Walk
Cost No of
No.
£
People
13 St Boswells, Temple of Muses and Dryburgh Abbey 7.50
14 Torwoodlee Circular, Galashiels
5.00
15 Wallace Monument and Mertoun
7.50
16 Oxton to Gala via The Girthgate
7.50
17 Traquair to Galashiels along Southern Upland Way
7.50
Total
£
Tuesday 2nd September
Walk Title of Walk
Cost No of
Total
No.
£
People
£
18 St Cuthbert’s Way and Peniel Heugh
7.50
19 Walkerburn to Innerleithen via Minchmoor
7.50
20 Philiphaugh Circular and Salmon Leap
7.50
21 Leithen Lodge to Thornielee via Windlestraw
7.50
22 Three Brethren Trail
7.50
23 Gala Policies Easy Access
Free
24 Paths 2 Health: Easy Walk Around Eyemouth
Free To book Tel 01890 750870
Wednesday 3rd September
Walk Title of Walk
Cost No of
Total
No.
£
People
£
25 Buckholm Tower, Ladhope, Langlee Woods
7.50
26 Gala Alps Challenge
5.00
27 Blackhaugh to Stow over Scroof Hill
7.50
28 Stow to Gala
7.50
29 Yarrow Kirk via Hannel Bog to Traquair
7.50
30 Gunknowe Loch Easy Access
Free
31 Paths 2 Health: Easy Walk Around Walkerburn
Free To book Tel 01896 870586
Thursday 4th September
Walk Title of Walk
Cost No of Total
No.
People
£
32 Cairns on the Common, Lauder
7.50
33 Lee Pen and Pirn Fort
7.50
34 Duchess’s Drive
7.50
35 Craig Douglas to Loch Eddy Circular
7.50
36 Gala Circular Challenge
5.00
37 Paths 2 Health: Easy Walk Around Newtown St Boswells Free To book Tel 01835 823049
Friday 5th September
Walk Title of Walk
Cost No of
Total
No.
£
People
£
38 St Boswells, Maxton and Mertoun
7.50
39 Earlston Black Hill and Circular
7.50
40 Gala Policies Easy Access
Free
41 Traquair to St Mary’s Loch
7.50
42 Paths 2 Health: Easy Walk Around Kelso
Free To book Tel 01573 224037
43 Thornylee, Windlestraw and Walkerburn
44 Eildon Hills Ramble from Bowden
45 Paths 2 Health: Easy Walk Around Hawick
7.50
7.50
Free To book Tel 01450 375730 Saturday 6th September
Walk Title of Walk
Cost No of No.
£
People
46
47
48
49
50
Rhymer’s Glen and Abbotsford
Meigle Hill Circular
Hollybush Circular
Paths 2 Health: Easy Walk Around East Gordon
Community Woodland
Borders Abbeys Way (Selkirk to Galashiels)
Total
£
7.50
5.00
5.00
To Book
Free Tel 01573 410585
7.50
Total Cost of Walks
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Day
Date
Time Evening Event
Cost £ No of People
Saturday 30th August
16:00
Saturday 30th August
20:00
Sunday
31st August
16:00
Sunday
31st August
20:00
Monday
1st September 20:00
Tuesday
2nd September 20:00
Wednesday 3rd September 20:00
Thursday 4th September 21:00
Friday
5th September 20:00
Total Cost of Evening Events
Welcome to Gala
Walkers Welcome
Reception
Church Service
Sangs and Clatter
In an’ Oot o’ Toun
Film Night
Ghost Night
Quiz Night
Grand Ceilidh
Total £
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Free
Free - no booking required
8.00
1.50
5.00
3.50
Free
8.00
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Festival of Walking
Galashiels
To Edinburgh
Oxton
16
Location of Guided Walks
1
To Duns &
Eyemouth
24
Walk number (see text for details)
Easy /Paths to Health Walks
10
32
A 697
Lauder
Greenlaw
Stow
ater
Gala W
49
3
28
Gordon
A 68
A7
22
Wooplaw
Woods
7
26
Earlston
39 Black
Galashiels
Hill
11
Clovenfords
8
d
46
Yair
hren
A7
22
4
w
A
Eildon
Hills
44
w
A
Newtown
St. Boswells
Bowden
Kelso
Scott's
View
Melrose
Cauldshiels
Loch
50
20
Smailholm
37
13
w
A
15
38
St.
Boswells
Maxton
Selkirk
18
Peniel Heugh
Al
e
r
ate
W
Harestanes
Lilliesleaf
Ancrum
w
A
Minto
Hills
t
vi o
Te
Ri
ver
Ashkirk
98
A6
Jedburgh
Denholm
To Hawick
w
A
45
To The Border
w
A
42
Walk 24
Easy Walk Around
Eyemouth
Very Easy
Walk Duration
1hr
Total Ascent
N/A
Depart
10:00
Return
11:00
Leaders
Paths to Health
Walk Places
To book telephone
01890 750870
Join us for an invigorating walk around
Eyemouth, a historic and beautiful
fishing port. Finish up with tea, cakes
and conversation. Free with £1.00 for
refreshments. Own transport required.
Meet at Eyemouth Community Centre,
Albert Road, Eyemouth.
Cost
Free
Wednesday 3rd September
views over the town and Eildons as we
continue to Langlee woodlands descending
the slopes of Buckholm, Blaikies and
Wester Hills to Langlee Community Cafe for
refreshments.
Cost
£7.50
SK
Walk 26
Gala Alps Challenge
Walk 25
Buckholm Tower, Ladhope,
Langlee Woods
17m / 27km
Strenuous
Walk Duration
7hrs
Total Ascent
3420ft/1190m
Check In
09:00
5m / 8km
Moderate
Depart
09:30
Walk Duration
4hrs 30mins
Return
16:30
Total Ascent
800ft/250m
Leaders
Check In
09:00
Scottish Borders
Hill Walking Club
Depart
09:30
Walk Places
25
Return
14:20
Leaders
Paths to Health
Walk Places
30
Climb to the top of the “Gala Alps” with
exceptional views while exploring the
Galashiels countryside. The Hills include
Buckholm Hill, William Law, Meigle Hill,
and Gala Hill passing Ladhope Wood,
Dobie's Grave and Torwoodlee Estate.
A Paths to Health Walk for those wishing to
stretch your legs that little bit further. Take
an easy pace to Buckholm Tower, with fine
Cost
£5.00
Walk 27
Blackhaugh to Stow over
Scroof Hill
9m / 14km
Moderate / Strenuous
Walk Duration
6hrs
Total Ascent
1200ft/350m
Check In
10:00
Depart
10:30
Return
17:25
Leaders
SBC Ranger Service
Walk Places
30
Heading up the Caddon Water through
open moorland before climbing over
Scroof Hill. The route then descends
slowly down to the Lugate Water before
climbing over Stagehall Hill and dropping
down to Stow. An opportunity to see
some upland wildlife and learn about land
management.
Cost
£7.50
Walk 28
Stow to Gala
10m / 16km
Moderate
Walk Duration
6hrs
Total Ascent
1000ft/305m
Check In
09:00
Depart
09:30
Return
15:50
Leaders
Scottish Borders
Hill Walking Club
Walk Places
30
From Stow Town Hall we follow an
undulating route via Torsonce to Bow
Hill and fort, with extensive views down
the Gala Water valley. Continuing to the
foot of Williamlaw we climb to the
summit before descending over
Ladhope Moor to Galashiels.
Cost
£7.50
MB
Walk 29
Yarrow Kirk via Hannel
Bog to Traquair
8m / 13km
Moderate
Walk Duration
6hrs
Total Ascent
1200ft/390m
Check In
09:50
Depart
10:20
Return
17:40
Leaders
Scottish Borders
Hill Walking Club
Walk Places
30
A hike in the Tweedsmuir Hills from Yarrow
Kirk via Hannel Bog and Elibank Forest to
Traquair. A good chance to enjoy this linear
route over hills and through woodland
from one ancient parish to another.
Cost
£7.50
Walk 30
Gunknowe Loch Easy
Access
3m / 5km
Very Easy
Walk Duration
2hrs
Total Ascent
N/A
Check In
11:00
Depart
11:30
Return
14:00
Leaders
Paths to Health / Ability
Centre
Walk Places
30 (inc. 8 wheelchair
assisted users)
A Paths to Health walk joining members
of the Ability Centre on a very easy walk
to Tweedbank Park and Gunknowe
Loch. Return to town on the old railway
line. All welcome, suitable for assisted
wheelchair users. Wheelchair assisted
users can, if desired, be transported to/
from Tweedbank by bus.
Cost
Free
Walk 31
Easy Walk Around
Walkerburn
Very Easy
Walk Duration
2hrs
Total Ascent
N/A
Depart
09:45
Return
11:45
Leaders
Paths to Health
Walk Places
To book telephone
01896 870586
Join us for a walk along the River Tweed
and other areas in this beautiful valley, rich
in history and biodiversity. Walks last from
1-2 hours. Meet at the Walkerburn parking
area. Turn into Walkerburn off the A72 and
follow the road to the parking area.
Cost
Free
Thursday 4th September
Walk 32
Cairns on the Common,
Lauder
5m / 8km
Easy
Walk Duration
3hrs
Total Ascent
430ft/130m
Check In
10:00
Depart
10:30
Return
14:30
Leaders
Paths to Health / SBC
Ranger Service
Walk Places
30
A Paths to Health walk with the
Archaeology Officer exploring the
windswept Lauder Common. Enjoy
a moderate walk that is steeped in
prehistoric sites. A great opportunity to
learn about ancient burial mounds and
settlements, returning into the historic
burgh of Lauder via the Southern
Upland Way.
Cost
MB
£7.50
Walk 33
Lee Pen and Pirn Fort
5.5m / 9km
Moderate
Walk Duration
4hrs
Total Ascent
1300ft/400m
Check In
09:45
Depart
10:15
Return
15:35
Leaders
Tweeddale U3A /
Woodland Trust
Walk Places
30
MB
Walk 35
Craig Douglas to Loch
Eddy Circular
A stiff climb to the summit of Lee Pen
should provide good views of Leithen
Vale and the Tweed Valley. A gentle
descent to Leithen Vale ends by the cauld
from where water was directed through
the laid that powered Innerleithen's mills.
10m / 16km
Strenuous
Walk Duration
5hrs
Total Ascent
700ft/220m
Check In
09:00
Depart
09:30
Cost
Return
15:00
Leaders
Scottish Borders Hill
Walking Club
Walk Places
25
£7.50
Walk 34
Duchess's Drive
7m / 11km
Moderate
Walk Duration
5hrs
Total Ascent
600ft/180m
Check In
08:45
Depart
09:15
Return
15:05
Leaders
Buccleuch Heritage Trust
Walk Places
30
A long gentle ascent through the forest
to enjoy spectacular views from the high
moorland above Bowhill House. Descend
into the Yarrow Valley taking in historic
Newark Castle and the picturesque Yarrow
Water on the way back to our finish at
Bowhill House.
Cost
£7.50
This walk follows a track up through the
hills on the north side of the beautiful
Yarrow Valley through the now forested
rigs to Loch Eddy. On the way you will
pass the 15th century Blackhouse Tower
and return along the Southern Upland
Way to Dryhope Tower.
Cost
MB
£7.50
Walk 36
Gala Circular Challenge
14m / 23km
Strenuous
Walk Duration
7hrs 30mins
Total Ascent
2200ft/680m
Check In
09:00
Depart
09:30
Return
17:00
Leaders
SBC Ranger Service
Walk Places
25
The longest of the way marked routes
around the hills encircling Gala. Although
starting on the Southern Upland Way,
through Gala Policies , the route heads
north over Hog and Neidpath Hills then
down to Clovenfords. We will pass through
Torwoodlee & Buckholm Estates, Langlee
Woodland and Gala Hill before completing
the circuit.
Cost
£5.00
Walk 37
Easy Walk Around Newtown
St Boswells
usually end at a local garden centre
for refreshments. Walks are free but
refreshments are paid for by individual
walkers. Own transport required. Meet at
Milestone Garden Centre, Newtown
St Boswells.
Cost
Free
MB
Friday 5th September
Walk 38
St Boswells, Maxton and
Mertoun
6m / 10km
Easy
Walk Duration
5hrs
Total Ascent
N/A
Very Easy
Check In
10:20
Walk Duration
2hrs
Depart
10:50
Total Ascent
N/A
Return
16:30
Depart
10:00
Leaders
Paths to Health
Return
12:00
Walk Places
30
Leaders
Paths to Health
Walk Places
To book telephone
01835 823049
From St Boswells to the River Tweed at
Benrig Dean, view ancient crab apple and
the Crystal Well, then via St Cuthbert's
Way to 17th Cent Maxton Kirk. Field paths
to Merton House suspension bridge and
along the Tweed to Mertoun Bridge.
Return to St Boswells by St Cuthbert's Way.
Come and take part in a walk in this lovely
area near the River Tweed with open
fields and gentle hills. Walks generally last
about 2 hours, at an easy pace, and
Cost
£7.50
Walk 39
Earlston Black Hill and
Circular
Walk 41
Traquair to St Mary's Loch
11m / 18km
Moderate / Strenuous
9m / 14km
Moderate
Walk Duration
6hrs
Walk Duration
5hrs
Total Ascent
1140ft/350m
Total Ascent
750ft/250m
Check In
09:30
Check In
10:30
Depart
10:00
Depart
11:00
Return
17:55
Return
16:50
Leaders
SBC Ranger Service
Leaders
Independent
Walk Places
30
Walk Places
30
Follow the Southern Upland Way over
the hills by Blakemuir, Blackhouse and
along the shore of St Mary's Loch. An
opportunity to observe wildlife on the
water, in the forests and moorland and a
chance to learn about some of the history
of the area ending with well deserved
refreshments at the Glen Cafe.
You will follow the path through Speedy's
Wood before you climb up the Black Hill of
Earlston. We will then descend to Earlston
to follow the circular through Carolside
woods, over bridges, along riversides and
past the Rhymers Tower.
Cost
£7.50
Cost
Walk 40
Gala Policies Easy Access
1m / 2km
Very Easy
Walk Duration
1hr 30mins
Total Ascent
750ft
Check In
13:00
Depart
13:30
Return
15:30
Leaders
Paths to Health /
Borders Forest Trust
Walk Places
30
An easy walk past the pond and the
site of “New” Gala House to a viewpoint
with views across to Gala Hill, Mossilee,
Ladhope and Buckholm. Assisted
wheelchair users particularly welcome.
Cost
Free
KR
£7.50
Walk 42
Easy Walk Around Kelso
Very Easy
Walk Duration
1hr
Total Ascent
N/A
Depart
10:00
Return
11:00
Leaders
Paths to Health
Walk Places
To book telephone
01573 224037
Join a friendly group for a healthy stroll
around beautiful and historic Kelso and
the River Tweed. Walks last from 30 to
60 minutes and usually end at a local
café for refreshments. Walks are free but
refreshments are paid for by individual
walkers. Own transport required. Meet
in front of Tourist Information in the
Square, Kelso.
Cost
Free
Walk 43
Thornylee, Windlestraw
and Walkerburn
onto Windlestraw Law. You will descend
along the ridge over Scawd Law and
Cairn Hill. An excellent opportunity to see
upland wildlife and fine views across most
of the Borders and beyond.
Cost
£7.50
SK
Walk 44
Eildon Hills Ramble from
Bowden
6m / 10km
Moderate
Walk Duration
4hrs 30mins
Total Ascent
1100ft/335m
11m / 18km
Strenuous
Check In
09:00
Walk Duration
8hrs
Depart
09:30
Total Ascent
2140ft/650m
Return
14:40
Check In
08:30
Leaders
Melrose Paths Group
Depart
09:00
Walk Places
30
Return
17:40
Leaders
SBC Ranger Service
Walk Places
25
A great opportunity to explore some
different paths on the Eildons. The route
will start in Bowden on the St Cuthbert's
Way. You will go over one of the summits
before descending into Newstead, past the
Rhymer's Stone. Return along the Priory
Walk to Melrose.
You will climb up through Thornylee Forest
onto Southerly Nick then out over heather
moorland across Stony Knowe and up
Cost
£7.50
Walk 45
Easy Walk Around Hawick
Walk Duration
1hr
Total Ascent
N/A ft
Depart
10:30
A walk exploring the landscape and history
surrounding Sir Walter Scott`s Abbotsford
Estate. From Huntlyburn a short climb
through the wooded Rhymers Glen, then
cross Bowdenmoor to Cauldshiels Loch.
Dropping down by Faldonside to the River
Tweed and Abbotsford House returning
to Gala.
Return
11:30
Cost
Leaders
Paths to Health
Walk Places
To book telephone
01450 375730
Very Easy
Come and join members of this lively
Border’s community for a short walk in
Hawick. Why not come back to the
Health Flat for a delicious and healthy
home-made meal for only £2.00.
Own transport required. Meet at
the Burnfoot Health Flat, Kenilworth
Avenue, Hawick.
Cost
Free
Saturday 6th September
Walk 46
Rhymer's Glen and
Abbotsford
6.5m / 10km
Moderate
Walk Duration
4hrs 30mins
Total Ascent
360ft/110m
Check In
09:00
Depart
09:30
Return
14:10
Leaders
Melrose Paths Group
Walk Places
30
£7.50
MB
Walk 47
Meigle Hill Circular
10m / 16km
Moderate / Strenuous
Walk Duration
6hrs
Total Ascent
1250ft/380m
Check In
09:30
Depart
10:00
Return
16:00
Leaders
SBC Ranger Service
Walk Places
30
Walk from Galashiels town centre through
a local farm with beautiful landscape and
stunning surrounding views. Return to
Galashiels along the 'Velvet Path', part of an
old coach route that originally ran to the
picturesque Yarrow Valley. Enjoy the views
from Meigle Hill before dropping back
down into Galashiels.
Cost
£5.00
Walk 48
Hollybush Circular
8m / 13km
Moderate
required. Meet at East Gordon Farm,
two miles east of Gordon on the right
side of the A6105 (Greenlaw Road) at
East Gordon Community Woodland.
Walk Duration
5hrs
Cost
Total Ascent
490ft/150m
Check In
10:00
Depart
10:30
Return
15:30
Leaders
Scottish Borders Hill
Walking Club
Walk Places
30
An enjoyable walk over moorland and
riverside starting on the Southern Upland
Way. Once you have climbed up above
Gala Policies enjoy a unique view of the
Eildons from Wood End. From Yair Bridge
you will follow the meander of the River
Tweed before returning to the start
through Netherbarns.
Cost
£5.00
Walk 49
Easy Walk Around East
Gordon Community
Woodland
Very Easy
Walk Duration
1hr
Total Ascent
N/A
Depart
10:00
Return
11:00
Leaders
Paths to Health
Walk Places
To book telephone
01573 410585
Join us to see how farming and
community involvement benefits local
people and wildlife. Own transport
Free
Walk 50
Borders Abbeys Way
(Selkirk to Galashiels)
10m / 16km
Moderate
Walk Duration
5hrs
Total Ascent
820ft/270m
Check In
09:15
Depart
09:45
Return
15:30
Leaders
Independent
Walk Places
30
The Borders Abbeys Way is a circular walk
connecting five Scottish Borders towns.
This section starts over Selkirk Hill passing
through Half Crown Corner and continues
on an old drove road by Faldonside Moor
to Cauldshiels Loch. From Abbotsford on
River Tweed you will follow the Southern
Upland way back to Galashiels.
Cost
SK
£5.00
Walk it Walks for 2008
Walk it is the Paths to Health Project in the Scottish Borders and aims to encourage
people to become more active through walking. We provide fun and sociable low level
walks that are led by our excellent walk leaders. So if you’re looking to become more
physically active, or simply want a stroll and a blether with friendly folk, then why not
join us and start to walk your way to health and happiness now!
Bring suitable shoes and clothing for the weather and terrain and a bottle of water.
Under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult.
Please phone contacts mentioned overleaf for details on walks and availability.
Be part of a national network of over 3000
Paths to Health Walk Leaders in Scotland
Walk it is the Paths to Health Project in the
Scottish Borders and aims to encourage
people to become more active through
walking. We provide fun and sociable low
level walks that are led by our excellent
walk leaders. So if you’re looking to
become more physically active, or simply
want a stroll and a blether with friendly
folk, then why not
join us and start to walk your way to health
and happiness now!
Bring suitable shoes and clothing for the
weather and terrain and a bottle of water.
Under 18’s must be accompanied by an
adult.
Please phone contacts mentioned overleaf
for details on walks and availability.
Weekly Walks
Easy Walks Around Kelso – Every Friday from
10:00
Contact: Peter on 01573 224037
Join a friendly group for a healthy stroll around
beautiful and historic Kelso and the River Tweed.
Walks last from 30 to 60 minutes and usually end
at a local café for refreshments. Walks are free but
refreshments are paid for by individual walkers.
Meet in front of Tourist Information in the
Square, Kelso. NT 727 339.
Easy Walk Around Hawick – Every Friday from
the Health Hut, Burnfoot, Hawick at 10:45
Contact: Brian on 01450 375730
Come and join members of this lively Border’s
community for a short walk in Hawick. Why not
come back to the Health Flat for a delicious and
healthy home-made meal for only £2.00!
Meet at the Burnfoot Health Flat, Kenilworth
Avenue, Hawick. NT 514 160.
Easy Walk Around Walkerburn - Every
Wednesday from 09:45
Contact: Bill or Nancy on 01896 870586
Join us for a walk along the River Tweed and
other areas in this beautiful valley, rich in history
and biodiversity. Walks last from 1-2 hours.
Meet at the Walkerburn parking area. Turn into
Walkerburn off the A72 and follow the road to
the parking area. NT 360 370.
Easy Walk Around Newstead - Last Friday of
every month from 13:30 – 14:30
Contact: Walk it on 01835 825060
Join us for a walk around Newstead and you’ll
see why the Romans chose this beautiful spot
between the River Tweed and the Eildon Hills to
set up camp!
Meet at the Trimontium Notice Board near the
NHS. NT 565 342.
Easy Walk Around Eyemouth Every Tuesday
from 10:00 – 11:00
Contact: Eddy on 01890 750870
Join us for an invigorating walk around this historic
and beautiful fishing port. Finish up with tea, cakes
and conversation. Refreshments cost £1.00
Meet at Eyemouth Community Centre, Albert
Road, Eyemouth. NT 944 642.
Every month
Easy Walk Around St Boswells - Second
Wednesday of the month from 09:30 – 10:30
Contact: Ian on 01835 822823
Join us for a lively walk in the area around this
beautiful village. This is slightly more vigorous than
our usual walks so be ready to pick up the pace!
Meet at St Boswells bus stop. NT 594 309.
Walking is good for you.
Just 30 minutes a day can help to reduce the risk
of a number of debilitating and life threatening
conditions such as heart disease, diabetes,
stroke, breast cancer, bowel cancer, arthritis,
osteoarthritis and dementia. It can help to
reduce cholesterol and weight gain. Walking is
a great stress buster and can promote mental
well-being.
Walk it is the Paths to Health project in the
Scottish Borders. Our aim is to help people
become more physically active through
providing low level and friendly led walks. We
are also in the process of identifying local routes
suitable for most abilities.
Walk it
Planning and Economic Development
Scottish Borders Council
Newtown St Boswells
TD6 0SA
Phone: 01835 825060
Email: [email protected]
www.scotborders.gov.uk/life/environment/
outdooraccess and click on the link for Walk it.
Scottish Borders Festival of Walking Social Events
Saturday 30th August
Welcome to Gala
Venue: Bank Street Gardens, Galashiels
Time: 16:00
Synopsis: Meet up with old friends after
your days walking with a warm welcome
to Galashiels. No booking required.
Saturday 30th August
Walkers Welcome Reception
Venue: Galashiels Burgh Chambers
Time: 20:00
Capacity/cost: 80 - free
Synopsis: Galashiels Community Council
will host a welcome event for festival
goers. This will include a cheese and
wine reception and information packs
about what is available in and around
Galashiels.
Sunday 31st August
Church Service
Venue: Gala Aisle, Galashiels
Time: 16:00
Synopsis: Traditional service led by
ministers from the Galashiels Fellowship
of Churches. No booking required.
Sunday 31st August
Sangs and Clatter
Venue: The Eildon Room Kingsknowe
Hotel
Time: 20:00
Capacity/cost: 100 - £8 includes one drink
from the bar.
Synopsis: Scottish Borders based
performers Hilary Bell and John Nicol
will enthral and regale the audience with
traditional stories and songs from all over
Scotland. Sit back, relax and enjoy Hilary’s
singing voice and John’s wee stories.
Monday 1st September
In an’ Oot o’ Toun
Venue: Upstairs Hall Volunteer’s Hall
Time: 20:00
Capacity/cost: 100 - £1.50 includes
refreshments.
Synopsis: A member of the Old Gala
Club local history society, will give the
audience a sense of place through the
medium of photographs and historical
anecdotes. John Rogerson is a well
known and well loved speaker.
Tuesday 2nd September
Film Night
Venue: Screen 4
Pavilion Cinema
Time: 20:00
Capacity/cost:
140 - £5 (50p from
each ticket will be
donated to Tweed
Valley Mountain
Rescue).
Synopsis: Do not
miss this opportunity to watch, on the
big screen, the thrilling and poignant true
story of a mountaineering adventure.
We have hired Screen 4 of the family run
Pavilion Cinema in Galashiels where we
are showing “Touching the Void,” 2004 film
based on Joe Simpson’s book. T
Wednesday 3rd September
Ghost Night
Friday 5th September
Grand Ceilidh
Synopsis: Come and learn some local
social history through stories of tragedy,
murder and mysterious happenings.
Join us for some paranormal surprises
throughout the evening. When dark falls
- beware!
Synopsis: Stay on your feet and dance the
night away with the Caberston Ceilidh
Band. There will be chances to sit down and
be entertained while Riddell Fiddles put on
a display. We will also have a wee raffle and
some extra fun competitions!
Venue: Scott Room and grounds of
Old Gala House
Time: 20:00
Capacity/cost: 60 - £3.50
Thursday 4th September
Quiz Night
Venue: The Foundry
Time: 21:00
Synopsis: A night to relax your sore
limbs and exercise your brain. Join in on
this pub quiz in one of Galashiels most
popular eateries. Some question rounds
will be especially chosen for the festival
goers..
Venue: Centenary Lounge Gala Rugby
Club
Time: 20:00
Capacity/cost: 100 - £8
Galashiels
Restaurant Coffee House - Bar
We are open every day and every evening for
meals and drinks. All food freshly made to order
Best wishes to all the walkers . . . . . .
Quins 01896 757004
“WHERE A WARM WELCOME AWAITS”
Homecoming Scotland 2009
Scottish Borders Events
Return to the Ridings
(June-August 2009) - invites you to experience the exciting traditions of the
Scottish Borders Common Ridings
In the Footsteps of the Reivers Festival
(5 -13 September 2009) - Take a walk through the stunning Scottish
Borders countryside and follow in the footsteps of the Border Reivers.
A full programme of walking events and routes will be announced soon.
Clan Scott Gathering
The first ever international meeting of Clan Scott - Held at the
family’s ancestral home in Bowhill, Scottish Borders, from 25
to 28 September. Please contact Helen Currie, Education
and Events Manager, Buccleuch Heritage Trust (Registered
Charity No SCO 14915), Bowhill, Selkirk, TD7 5ET,
email: [email protected]
For further information on Homecoming Scotland 2009 events
in the Scottish Borders contact the following:
www.ourscottishborders.com or
www.homecomingscotland2009.com/scottishborders
or [email protected]
A selection of Scottish Borders events for your diary from Sep 08 - July 09
September
4 Abbeys Cycle Challenge
6-7
Melrose
Tony Lockey 7889886592
Stadfest and St Laurence Fair
5-7
Selkirk
Kate Pearson 01835 825 060 ext 5333
St James Fair
6-7
Kelso
Trevor Black 01573 224 687
Peebles Food Festival
26-28
Peebles
Val Brunton 01721 722 420
October /
November
Denholm Folk Festival
31 Oct –
2 Nov
Denholm
Malcolm McEwan 07706 661 951
December
Scotts Selkirk
6-7
Selkirk
Viv Ross 01750 222 17
The Land the Light the Locals
30 Dec –
1 Jan
Various
Kenny Speirs 01450 870 664
February
Chinese New Year
7
Galashiels
March
Hawick Reivers Festival
27-29
Hawick
Catherine Elliott Walker 01450 379 300
Stephen Kwan 07760252469
01896 825 941
April
Melrose Sevens
tbc
Melrose
May
Peebles Jazz Festival
15-17
Peebles
Daniel Ward 01721 721 207
June
Borders Book Festival
22-28
Melrose
Paula Ogilvie 07929 435575
July
Eyemouth Herring Queen
Fesitval
tbc
Eyemouth
Design by the Scottish Borders Design Section June 2008
Philippa Malbon 01890 752402
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Scrumptious Food
Gifted Artists
Exceptional Entertainment
Enthralling History
Cosy Accommodation
Welcoming Locals...
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The 14th Scottish Borders Festival of Walking Galashiels 2008 gratefully acknowledges
the generous support, time and efforts of the Galashiels 2008 Festival Committee, walk
leaders, back markers, entertainers, technicians, designers and of course the goodwill of
the people, land owners and businesses of Galashiels. We also thank Scottish Borders
Council, Scottish Natural Heritage and Paths for All who funded the Festival of Walking.
Produced by Scottish Borders Council. Maps by David Langworth
Front Cover: Ale Bos, from Netherlands
All content c Scottish Borders Festival of Walking 2008 on behalf of contributors. Contents may not be reproduced
without permission. All information is up to date at the time of going to press, E&OE. Programmes may be subject to
alteration and as with any outdoor activities may depend on weather conditions. Participants will be informed of any
substantial changes affecting their booking if the organisers feel this necessary.
In the footsteps of Reivers
The 15th Scottish Borders
Festival of Walking
5th – 13th September 2009
An extraordinary walking festival event based on the Border Reivers. Robbery, blackmail, raiding, arson,
kidnapping, murder, and extortion! Themed walks, story-telling, genealogy, music and feasting based on
the Reiver family names upon the backdrop of the distinctive Scottish Borders landscape.
If you would like the opportunity to find out more about this event in the Scottish Borders, please
complete details below and return to: In The Footsteps of Reivers, c/o Visit Scotland, Jedburgh’s Tourist
Information Centre, Murray’s Gate, Jedburgh TD8 6BE
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