Working Together
Here are just some of the lovely local businesses that Famously Hawick are proud to work with. Please do not hesitate to contact us for further information or you can of course contact the businesses direct.
Aikwood Tower, a grade A-listed traditional Peel Tower in the Scottish Borders, abounds with 500 years of history and medieval castle charm. It has been sensitively restored and renovated to offer luxury self-catering holidays and special breaks for ten guests in five luxury ensuite bedrooms - a very special place where you can bring together family and friends of all ages for adventures, romance and celebrations.
This 18th century hotel, situated in the heart of Melrose’s picturesque Market Square, has been owned and managed by the Henderson family for almost 40 years. As a listed building, Burts has been sympathetically restored and extended to retain its original charm yet provide all the refinements of a modern first-class hotel. Burts Hotel’s tradition of serving the finest food and wines is overseen by the Henderson family.
Crabtree & Crabtree is the undisputed leader of luxury holiday homes in northern England and southern Scotland. Located in some of the most beautiful and wild spots in Britain with backdrops of rolling hills and sparkling coastline, each Crabtree & Crabtree property is unique and has been handpicked for its stunning location, unusual architecture, remarkable history or eye-catching interiors. From cabins and cottages to sleek barn conversions and grand castles, C&C’s Scottish Borders holiday homes are an ideal base for a visit to Hawick.
THE CROSS KEYS INN
Main Street
Ettrickbridge
Selkirk
T: 01750 52224
Owners Rory and Vicki Steel, bring everything that they love about Scotland to the Cross Keys Inn. The pub is stocked with local brews, and the restaurant works closely with local providers. So, if you’re looking for hotels with an authentic South of Scotland, country inn feel, this is the place. The hotel and restaurant are located in Ettrickbridge, just outside Selkirk.
THE GORDON ARMS RESTAURANT WITH ROOMS
Yarrow Valley
Selkirk
TD7 5LE
T: 01750 82261
This historic coaching inn is nestled in the beautiful Yarrow Valley near St Mary’s Loch. It was a favourite haunt of James Hogg, Sir Walter Scott and even Robert Burns was said to have stopped here. Five cosy and comfortable en-suite rooms and delicious food with a minimum of fuss and maximum flavour by award-winning Chef Patron Bryn Jones. One of THE BEST 100 LOCAL RESTAURANTS IN GREAT BRITAIN 2024 by the prestigious Good Food Guide.
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Bespoke. That’s the word. Every room, every aspect of the Old Millhouse is bespoke. Each of our rooms is both different and unique, from the five double en-suite bedrooms on the upper floors to the enormous kitchen, orangery/dining area, snug bar and drawing room. Each is elegant, luxurious and practical, the design precisely fitting the purpose. Choose self-catering or our in-house chef plus concierge and experience the holiday of a lifetime with us.
SCHLOSS Roxburghe is a rural escape that perfectly marries timeless elegance with contemporary luxury.
A luxurious resort with award-winning spa and outdoor heated pool, championship golf course and a full range of sporting pursuits including clay pigeon shooting, archery and fishing. Featuring 78 bedrooms and suites between the historic manor house and contemporary extension, with a further 51 luxury self-catering cottages nestled in the woodlands.
Luxury meets history within our unique castle accommodation, spectacularly decorated and finished to a 5-star standard. Inspired by its history and the castle’s beautiful surroundings, the accommodation is tastefully furnished with antiques, artwork and artefacts from the castle’s collections. Choose self-catering or be catered for – the choice is yours. If its nature you are looking for, consider staying in one of our luxury Estate Lodges.
Relaxing and comfortable surroundings, first class food and traditional hospitality combine to make The Townhouse the perfect base for a peaceful break in The Scottish Borders. Visitors can enjoy Walking, Cycling, Golf and Horse Racing at Kelso Racecourse. Fishing and Shooting can also be arranged. Enjoy good food and wine, and sample one of the 40 Single Malt Whiskies that are available.
Embark on a private, driver led tour of Southern Scotland with an expert guide. TVB Tours - operated by Stewart Wilson, the Tweed Valley Blogger - specialises in day tours that not only showcase the breathtaking beauty of Scotland but also highlight the sustainable way to travel. With a particular focus on The Borders, my tours are designed to deliver genuine local insights.
Details on all tours, including Famously Hawick, can be found on tweedvalleyblogger.com
For a full range of accommodation, activities, attractions, interactive routes, maps and itineraries to navigate around the region visit the Scotland Starts Here website and download the Scotland Starts Here app to discover the best of the region on-the-go!