Selkirk
Things to do in Selkirk, Scottish Borders
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Selkirk draws visitors with a trio of attractions centred on the local landscape and heritage. Bowhill House and County Estate, rated 4.6 from 309 reviews, anchors the town's cultural offering. The Philiphaugh Salmon Viewing Centre (4.2 from 133 reviews) gives a focused look at the river ecosystem, while Lochcarron of Scotland Visitor Centre (4.6 from 108 reviews) showcases textiles and production. Bowhill Stables rounds out the mix for those interested in horses and riding.
Selkirk sits in the Scottish Borders as a base for exploring the area's countryside and heritage attractions. The mix of staying options—from traditional hotels to caravan parks and yurts—suggests the town works equally well for a short break or a touring holiday. Its appeal lies in the landscape and what the area offers to visit, rather than the town centre itself.
Where to stay in Selkirk(3)
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Accommodation here caters to different tastes. Three hotels operate in the town: the Philipburn Hotel BW Signature Collection leads in ratings at 4.6 from 276 reviews, with The Glen Hotel close behind at 4.5 from 110 reviews, and the County Hotel at 4.0 from 236 reviews. For those preferring to camp or park a caravan, three sites offer alternatives. Honey Cottage Caravan Park stands out at 4.8 from 69 reviews, Ettrick Valley Yurts provides something different at 4.6 from 22 reviews, and Angecroft Park offers conventional pitches rated 4.1 from 237 reviews.
Philipburn Hotel BW Signature Collection
Linglie Road, Selkirk
The Glen Hotel
Yarrow Terrace, Selkirk
County Hotel
3-5 High Street, Selkirk
Cross Keys Inn Ettrickbridge
Main Street, Ettrickbridge
Clovenfords Country Inn
1 Vine Street, Galashiels
The Ghillie
Prieston House, Melrose
The Salmon Inn
54 Bank Street, Galashiels
Watson Lodge Guest House
15-16 Bridge Street, Galashiels
Things to Do in Selkirk(4)
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Where to Eat in Selkirk
All restaurants in Selkirk →The Glen Hotel
⭐ 4.5
Selkirk Sheriff Court Tea Bar
⭐ 4.0
The Fleece Kitchen And Bar
⭐ 4.6
Tibbie's In Selkirk
⭐ 4.9
The Open Door
⭐ 4.0
Three Hills Coffee Co
⭐ 4.9
Thai Valley Restaurant
⭐ 4.6
Borders Additional Needs Group
⭐ 4.4
Attractions Near Selkirk
All attractions in Selkirk →Worth the trip — within 50 miles of Selkirk.
6 mi
Abbotsford
Melrose · ⭐ 4.7
8 mi
Traquair House
Traquair · ⭐ 4.8
8 mi
Trimontium Heritage Centre
Melrose · ⭐ 4.8
9 mi
Tweed Valley Osprey Watch
Peebles · ⭐ 5.0
9 mi
Teviotdale Leisure Centre
Hawick · ⭐ 4.3
9 mi
Wilton Lodge Park
Hawick · ⭐ 4.7
10 mi
Textile Towerhouse
Hawick · ⭐ 4.6
11 mi
Kailzie Gardens
Peebles · ⭐ 4.6
Camping in Selkirk(3)
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Self-Catering Cottages in Selkirk
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The Five Turrets
4 bed · sleeps 8 · from £1,111
Stone Mill
4 bed · sleeps 6 · from £2,419
Nether Whitlaw Cottage
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £767
Bydand
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £523
The Bothy
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £517
Dingleton 45
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £561
Quarry Green
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £423
Lower Canterbury House
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £483
Common questions about Selkirk
How many campsites are there in Selkirk?
We list 3 campsites in and around Selkirk, of which 2 offer glamping.
Which campsites in Selkirk have electric hook-up?
1 of the 3 campsites we list in Selkirk offer an electric hook-up.
Where can I stay in Selkirk?
We list 3 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Selkirk.
What is there to do in Selkirk?
We list 4 attractions and things to do in and around Selkirk.
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