Things to See and Do this June in The Scottish Borders

The Scottish Borders has something for everyone, with fantastic biking, country walks, fishing, golfing and fascinating historical attractions.  Surround yourself in breath-taking scenery, explore the charming Border towns and take a step back in time at the many abbeys, castles and great houses.  However you choose to fill your days, you’re sure to have a relaxing holiday in this beautiful part of Southern Scotland.

Here is a taster of some events and activities you can enjoy this June in The Scottish Borders.

Events
Tweed Love 2012, Peebles, 26th May – 5th June
A festival of bike riding and live music in the Tweed Valley.

Return to the Ridings, locations across the Scottish Borders, 8th June – 4th August
Festivals featuring the tradition of riding out.

Yetholm Festival, Town Yetholm and Kirk Yetholm, 8th – 16th June
A nine day festival in Yetholm.

Historic Motoring Extravaganza, Thirlestane Castle, Lauder, 10th June
The 40th anniversary of the Historic Motoring Extravaganza – a family friendly classic car show.

Olympic Torch passes through Innerleithen, 14th June
As part of London 2012, Innerleithen will welcome the Olympic Torch.

Borders Book Festival, Harmony Garden, Melrose, 14th – 16th June
Featuring novelists such as Iain Banks, William Boyd, Ian Rankin and Hilary Mantel.

Innerleithen Pipe Band Championships, Victoria Park, Innerleithen, 16th June
For some traditional Scottish music, head to the Innerleithen Pipe Band Championships, with massed bands and a street parade.

Activities
The Scottish Borders is steeped in history and is a fantastic place to journey back in time.  There are many spectacular castles and houses to visit, including Thirlestane Castle, Traquair House, Floors Castle (as seen in the new VisitScotland TV advert) and Jedburgh Abbey.

If you’re a keen angler, the River Tweed is famous for its salmon fishing, and also has an excellent run of sea trout in the summer and autumn months.

Make the most of the open spaces and stunning scenery by walking in the Borders – there are 1,500 miles of walking routes in the Borders, many of which are themed, such as The Borders Abbeys Way.

Whether you want to golf, fish, cycle or just unwind in your own corner of the countryside, why not head to the Borders for a short break or week away this June?  For a truly authentic experience, stay in a local holiday home – browse holiday cottages Scottish Borders to find the perfect place for your Borders retreat.

Have you been on a self-catering holiday in The Scottish Borders?  Do you have recommendations on things to see and do?  Are you planning a holiday in the Borders this year?