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Delve into the hidden gems of this country estate. With attractions, activites, history, heritage & family fun, Ford & Etal Estates really does have something for everybody. Ford & Etal, near Cornhill-on-Tweed. TD12 4TJ Delve into the hidden gems of this country estate. Tel: 01890 820 338 | Email:history, tourism@ford-and-etal.co.uk With attractions, activites, heritage & family fun, Ford & Etal Estates really does have something for everybody. www.ford-and-etal.co.uk Ford & Etal, near Cornhill-on-Tweed. TD12 4TJ History and heritage, activites and events, Tel: 01890 820 338 | Email: events tourism@ford-and-etal.co.uk Attractions, activities, & family fun; tearooms, craft and gift shops ~ the perfect day out

Home towww.ford-and-etal.co.uk the Flodden Battlefield

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AT A GLANCE 5 May EVENTS Springtime with the Heavies, Hay Farm Heavy Horse Centre th

7th September: Etal Flower Show th May 6th & 27 Pop upthMarkets St Abb’s Traders - Etal Village Hall 11 & 12thwith October: ‘Looking Back’ Bubble Trains at Heatherslaw Light Railway th Traditional Old Skills12Fayre May and Farmers’ Market Annual Dawn Chorus Walk 30th & 31stNNBC October: Halloween Family Fun 27th - 29th May st November: Live Music Kids1baking sessions at Heatherlaw Cornmill th 9 June Katriona Gilmore & Jamie Roberts ‘The Bamburgh Run’ Vintage Motorcycle Event - start/finish Etal 16th June and looking ahead.... Live Music from Brooks Williams - Etal th Village Hall November Ford Christmas Market 30 nd 22 June th Age Day Santa - demonstrations, activities , 21st December andIron Railway Specialsdisplays, 7th, 14hands-on Tearooms/retail outlets open all year round

Tearooms, coffee shops & retail Etal and Ford Attractions open daily ~ See outlets websitein for details open all year round ~ check website for details

‘Scotland’s Largest Inhabited Castle’ Visit this stunning castle and gardens in the heart of the Scottish Borders. A place of beauty and an unforgettable day out that all the family will enjoy.

Castle Tours Walled Gardens Riverside & Woodland Walks Terrace Cafe & Deli Shop Cycle Trail Childrens Activities Millennium Parterre Glasshouses Group Tours Gift Shop Free Entry for under 5’s Annual Passes Available

Floors Castle, Kelso, TD5 7SF. www.ﬂoorscastle.com

Welcome to the May/June issue...

Welcome to our 100th birthday issue of borderevents magazine - and a BIG thank you to our readers, stockists, event organisers, advertisers and distribution team. Without you there would be no borderevents! Time as flown by, technology has changed so much and so quickly over the last 17 years but feedback tells us that there is still a need for a printed copy of a ‘what’s on’ magazine ... so here it is once again! Almost half way through 2019 and the Borders area is the place to be - the start of the annual Common Ridings and town festivals, The Borders Book Festival, great music events, family shows and theatre productions. Something for everyone. Visit our box office and buy tickets for your next day/night out in the Borders - music, theatre, children’s events and much more. (page 42) If you would like to be part of issue 101 by including your event of business then get in touch and don’t forget to mention ‘borderevents’ when attending an event or responding to an advert.

Andrew Lang & Lesley J Wilkinson

Front Cover Pictures 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Hay Farm Carriage Rides, Ford & Etal Open Studios Weekend, Blainslie Medieval Fayre, Traquair, Innerleithen The Batch Lady, St Boswells Borders Book Festival, Melrose Karine Polwart, Kelso (photo credit: Reed Ingram Weir)

Contents

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Ongoing Events 6-9 May Events 10 - 34 Where to Go 33 - 37 Food & Drink 38 - 41 June Events 43 -58 Forthcoming Events 59 Discount Card 60 - 61 Business 62 - 63

Future Magazine Deadline Dates July/August - 7th June September/October - 2nd August

CONTACT DETAILS borderevents.com Ltd 2 Heatherlie Park, Selkirk. TD7 5AL Tel: 01750 725480 E: info@borderevents.com www.borderevents.com

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SCOTTISH BORDERS ART GLASS

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OPEN Monday - Friday: 9.30am - 4pm Saturday: 10am - 2pm Tel: 01450 371425 5 Galalaw, Hawick TD9 8PZ

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FARNE ISLANDS BOAT TRIPS Licenced to land on National Trust Islands Exclusive access to Grace Darlingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lighthouse and island

ALL BOOKINGS MADE AT SEAHOUSES HARBOUR POST CODE: NE68 7RN CONTACT GEORGE: 07904 800590 Apr-Oct: 9am-2:30pm If mobile is busy: 01665 721210 www.discoverthefarneislands.co.uk

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Ongoing events

Many people are affected by the excessive drinking of someone close to them. Find understanding, help and support in an Al-Anon family Family Group. All welcome. Wednesday: St Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church, Galashiels; 8pm. 0770 994 8205 Thursday: Our Lady & St Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church, Selkirk; 8pm. 01896 860639 Sunday: Teviot Parish Church Hall, Hawick; 7.45pm. 01450 373056 www.al-anonuk.org.uk

Weekly Rotary Clubs Meetings Rotary is now 113 years old and the main objective is to give and to serve others. Members are asked to give their time, their leadership, and their business and personal skills to help others.Rotary brings people together through activities and projects, generating community spirit.Rotary takes action both locally and globally. Together we make a difference.

Innerleithen, Walkerburn & Traquair: Tuesdays, 7.30pm - Union Club, Peebles Rd, Innerleithen. 01721 721724 Galashiels: Tuesdays, 6.30pm - Kingsknowes Hotel. 0784 327 1724 Selkirk: Wednesdays, 6pm - County Hotel. 01750 721233 Lauderdale: Wednesdays, 7.15pm - Lauderdale Hotel. 01578 722231 Jedburgh: Thursdays, 6pm - Carters Rest. 01450 860267 Kelso: Thursdays, 6pm - Cross Keys Hotel. 01835 850266 Melrose: Thursdays, 6pm - Station Hotel. 01896 800335 Duns: Thursdays, 6.30pm - White Swan. 01361 883338 Hawick: Thursdays, 6.30pm - Mansfield House. 07774 113066

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Ongoing Events

BORDERS MARTIAL ARTS CLASSES

Monday Borders Martial arts Tai Chi Guy Roberts Room (Swimming Pool Duns); 6.30pm-7.30pm. Tuesday Borders Martial arts Tai Chi Southfield Community centre Duns; 3pm-4pm.

Borders Martial arts Kickboxing/self-Defence Coldstream Community centre; 7pm-8pm. Every week. Borders Martial arts Tai Chi Coldstream Community centre; 8pm-9pm Every second week.

For more information call: 0797 453 3127

Wednesday Borders Martial arts Kickboxing/self-Defence Mission Hall Galashiels; 7pm-8pm Thursday Borders Martial arts Kung Fu/ Kickboxing/self-Defence Guy Roberts Room (Swimming Pool Duns); 7pm-9pm Friday Borders Martial arts Tai Chi Eyemouth Community Centre (Healthy Living Group); 3.30pm-4.30pm

Monday

www.nsfborders.co.uk T: 0798 691 4206

9.45am-10.45am - Exercise to Music (High): Church Hall, Earlston 5.30pm-6pm - Fatburn Extreme: St Paul’s Church Hall, Galashiels 6pm-6.30pm – Powerhoop: St Paul’s Church Hall, Galashiels 7pm-8pm – Zumba: Parish Church, Selkirk

Tuesday

10am-11am – Zumba: St Paul’s Church Hall, Galashiels 5pm-5.45pm – Total Toning: Lucy Sanderson Hall, Galashiels 6.30pm-7.30pm – Zumba: Newtown Community Centre

Wednesday

11am-12noon – Exercise to Music (Low): Community Centre, Tweedbank 6pm-7pm – Zumba: Ednam Village Hall, Nr Kelso

Thursday

2.30pm-3.15pm – Zumba Gold: St Peter’s Church, Galashiels 5.30pm-6.20pm – Zumba: Lucy Sanderson Hall, Galashiels * 6.30pm-7.30pm – Zumba: Lucy Sanderson Hall, Galashiels

Friday

9.30am-10.30am – Exercise to Music (High): Traquair Village Hall, Nr Peebles 11.15am-12noon – Legs Bums Tums: Lucy Sanderson Hall, Galashiels 6pm-6.45pm – Boxability: Lucy Sanderson Hall, Galashiels

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Ongoing events

LIPREADING CLASSES – All Free Tel: 07824 904190

Mondays Kelso Hospital, 10.00am-12 noon

Tuesdays Chirnside, Southview Church, 10.00am-12 noon Earlston, Red Lion Hotel, 10.30am-12.30pm Jedburgh, Kenmore Hall, 10.00am-12noon Thursdays Eyemouth Community Centre, 10.30am–12.30pm Hawick Community Hospital, 10.00am-12 noon and 6.00p.m.-8.00 p.m (new) Peebles, Hay Lodge Health Centre, 10.00am-12noon

MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES

SPORTING VENUES

Old Gala House, Galashiels 01750 726456/01896 752611 Halliwell’s House Museum, Selkirk 01750 726456/ 01750 20054 Sir Walter Scott’s Courtroom, Selkirk 01750 726456/01750 20761 Tweeddale Museum and Gallery, Peebles 01721 724820 St Ronan’s Wells and Visitor Centre, Innerleithen 01896 833583 Hawick Museum, Hawick 01450 364747 Borders Textile Towerhouse, Hawick 01450 377615 Jedburgh Castle Jail, Jedburgh 01835 864750 Mary Queen of Scots’ Visitor Centre 01835 863331 Coldstream Museum, Coldstream 01890 882630 Library Room, Kelso 01573 223171 Exhibition Room, Duns 01361 884114

Borders Tennis Centre - 01896 750456 Eyemouth Leisure Centre & Studio 01890 750557 Galashiels Swimming Pool 01896 752154 Gytes Leisure Centre (Peebles) 01721 723688 Kelso Swimming Pool & High School facilities - 01573 224944 Peebles High School Sports Centre & Gym 01721 723688 Peebles Swimming Pool - 01721 720779 Queens Leisure Centre (Galashiels) 01896 752233 Selkirk Leisure Centre & Selkirk 2G Pitch 01750 20897 Teviotdale Leisure Centre (Hawick) 01450 374440 TriFitness Galashiels - 01896 757224 Tweedbank Bowling Centre 01896 756396 Tweedbank Sports Complex 01896 750456 3G Arena Netherdale (Galashiels) 01896 800340

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Ongoing Events

Monday

5.50pm: Realistic Pilates, St Boswells Church Hall 7pm: Realistic Pilates, St Boswells Church Hall

Tuesday

9:15 am: Extend Active for over 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, St Boswells Church Hall 11:00: Pilates for Buff Bones, Selkirk Parish Church Hall 1.30pm: Hatha Yoga for Beginners, Selkirk Catholic Church Hall (ends 28th May)

Exercise for over-60s

AMANDA 0771 258 7516 or VISIT WEBSITE

Wednesday

9:15am: Hatha Yoga for Beginners, St Boswells Village Hall 1:30pm: Extend Active for over 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Selkirk Parish Church Hall (ends 29th May) 6:45pm: Pilates for Buff Bones, St Boswells Village Hall

Thursday

9:15 am: Realistic Pilates, St Boswells Church Hall 11:00am: Realistic Pilates, Selkirk Parish Church Hall 1:00pm: Realistic Pilates, Ashkirk Village Hall

Friday

9:30am: Realistic Pilates, Borders Physiotherapy Clinic, Nr Melrose 10:45am: Realistic Pilates, Borders Physiotherapy Clinic, Nr Melrose

DATES FOR COMMON RIDINGS & FESTIVALS 2019 4th May: Berwick Riding of the Bounds

30th June - 6th July: Earlston Civic Week

25th May - 1st June: Tweedbank Fair

7th - 13th July: Duns Summer Festival

6th - 8th June: Hawick Common Riding

11th - 14th July: Jethart Callants Festival

1st June: Swinton Gala Day

14th - 20th July: Kelso Civic Week

9th - 15th June: Yetholm Festival Week

19th July: Kirkcudbright Riding of the Marches

10th - 14th June: Selkirk Common Riding

20th - 28th July: Eyemouth Herring Queen Festival

15th June: Guid Nychburris (Dumfries) 16 - 22 June: Peebles Beltane th

16 - 22 June: Stow Sports Week th

21st - 27th July: Musselburgh Festival

16 - 22 June: Melrose Festival th

26th July: Langholm Common Riding

28th July - 3rd August: Lauder Common Riding

21st - 30th June: Galashiels Braw Lads Gathering

5th - 9th August: Coldstream Civic Week 7th September: Langlee Carnival

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May Events

ONGOING TOUR OF THE PRINTWORKS

Robert Smail’s Printing Works, Innerleithen, EH44 6HA; 11am - 5pm. Adult £7, Children/Concession £5, Family £17. NT/NTS member Free. Come and start your apprenticeship on your guided tour of the printworks. Tour times vary 01896 830206

WEEKLY GUIDED TOURS

Arniston House, Gorebridge, EH23 4RY; Enjoy a Guided Tour of Arniston House and discover the remarkable legacy of architecture, history and art. 2pm & 3.30pm For tickets visit www.

arnistonhouse.com/arniston-event GUIDED MILL TOURS

Johnstons of Elgin, Hawick TD9 8AA; Every hour Monday-Thursday 10.30am-1.30pm; Friday 10am.

01450 360549

NATURE EXHIBITION

Dawyck Botanic Garden, Stobo, EH45 9JU; 10am 5pm. A selection of specially-commissioned unique watercolour paintings of plants from the Woods and Forests of Chile 01721 760254

SCOTTISH RHODODENDRON FESTIVAL

Dawyck Botanic Garden, Stobo, EH45 9JU; 10am - 5pm. Garden admission. Until 31st May. Enjoy a walk around Dawyck’s unique and valuable rhododendron collection 01721 760254

ROMAN EXHIBITION

Three Hills Heritage Centre, Melrose, TD6 9PN; 10:30am - 4:30pm. Monday - Saturday until end of October. £2, £1 student, £5 family. Aerial photographs; artists’ drawings; models; maps; blacksmith’s workshop; Roman kitchen & pottery; replica armour 01896 822651

JEDBURGH CRAFTY ACTIVITIES

Crafty Workshops (All Awards building), Jedburgh, TD8 6DU; 10:30am - 5:30pm. From £5 - £15. Open daily - Just come along no booking required, learn new skills while having fun! Tel: 01835 862719

THE QUEEN’S CAPTAIN EXHIBITION

Traquair House, Innerleithen, EH44 6PW; 11am - 5pm. Daily until 30th June. A celebration of the family’s close connection with Mary Queen of Scots and their loyalty to the Stuart monarchy

01896 830323

WEDNESDAY, MAY 1 THE VICTORIAN GARDENS AT ABBOTSFORD Abbotsford House, Melrose, TD6 9BQ; 11:30am 12:30pm. House and Garden Admission Applies. Join our Victorian garden design tour and discover how changing tastes translated into the landscape at Abbotsford. 01896 752043

BERWICK OPERATIC SOCIETY: SOUND OF MUSIC

The Maltings Theatre and Cinema, Berwick-uponTweed, TD15 1AJ; Wed - £12.50; Thurs-Sun: adults £14.50; children/concs £12.50. Performed nightly 1st–5th at 7:30pm with a matinee performance at 2:30pm on Saturday & Sunday 01289 330 999

COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

Coldingham Priory , Coldingham, TD14 5PE; Wednesday and Friday (2pm-4pm) and Saturday (11am-3pm). (Situated beside the Priory Gates) Sale of donated books raising funds for local projects. All welcome to browse!

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May Events

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING FOR CHILDREN

Duns Primary School, Duns, TD11 3AG; £2 per class. Wednesdays during term time. P1–3 (4–7 yrs) 15.45 – 16.30. P4+ (8 yrs +) 16.15 – 17.15.

01890 830318

RAG BAG MORRIS DANCE AT DAWN

Holy Island, Lindisfarne, TD15 2SE; 5:30am. At the causeway. We dance some traditional Morris dances, Mainly we dance our own “Scottish Borders” style 01890 818073

FORGET ME NOT CAFE

Southfield Community Centre, Duns, TD11 3EL; 10am - 12pm. A place for people living with dementia and their carers to get together for a cuppa and a chat. All welcome 01573 400324

BUSINESS START UP: MARKETING

Towermill, Heart of Hawick, Hawick, TD9 0AE; 10am - 1pm. This workshop aims to help you identify your customers, understand competitors and plan an effective marketing strategy 01835 818315

STUDY EXERCISES IN DANCE AND MOVEMENT

Ormiston Rooms, Corn Exchange, Melrose, TD6 9PN; 10:15am - 11:45am. £1.50/week with refreshments. A course of talks on dance history: the roots and progressions. All welcome.

0743 2416 223

MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. Entry by donation. Souvenirs and rugby relics from all over the world. Videos reliving historical moments at Melrose. All welcome

01896 822486 YOGA

Chaplaincy Centre, Melrose, TD6 9BS; 6pm - 7pm. Suitable for all levels. Mats, blocks, etc provided. Please wear comfortable loose clothing

07960 566 556

ONE ACCHORD LADIES A CAPELLA CHORUS

Newtown Community Hall, Newtown St Boswells, TD6 0QX; 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Free for four weeks. Come along and try our four part harmony no auditions and meet new friends, all welcome.

0771 069 9619

Spring at Abbotsford Wednesday 1st & 15th May, 11.30am The Victorian Gardens at Abbotsford Garden design tour with expert Pippa Coles Sunday 5th May, 11am – 3pm Abbotsford Spring Fling Garden and outdoor fun for all, with Outdoors Discovery Fair, featuring inspiring local groups, events and activities; children’s crafts, storytelling, woodland trail and Border-Bushcraft; garden tours and expert guided walks. Friday 12th July, 7pm (picnics at 6pm) Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing Outdoor theatre performance May – September Regency Garden Tours Please visit the web site for tickets and events details. Dates & times are subject to change. Abbotsford Melrose TD6 9BQ t. 01896 752043 www.scottsabbotsford.com

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May Events

THURSDAY, MAY 2 BERWICK OPERATIC SOCIETY: SOUND OF MUSIC

The Maltings Theatre and Cinema, Berwick-uponTweed, TD15 1AJ; See 1st May for full details.

01289 330 999

DIGITALBOOST: VIDEO FOR BUSINESS

Borders College , Galashiels, TD1 3HE; 10am 1pm. Video captures people’s attention online and is becoming increasingly important for engaging with potential clients 01835 818 315

SHED POUNDS BOOST VITALITY JOIN NOW

Lbs and Ozs - Achieve Your Healthy Weight, Selkirk, TD7 4LR; 12:30pm - 1:15pm. Another Summer Ahead! Going to keep your weight? OR Choose Vitality, Inch-loss, Clarity & Balance?

THEATRE: DOORWAYS IN DRUMORTY

Bowhill Theatre, Selkirk, TD7 5ET; 7:30pm. £12. Under 16s £10. Set in a 1920s gossipy small town, this witty play is based on short stories by Lorna Moon. Hilarious & relevant. Tickets: www.

borderevents.com or call 01750 725480 TRADITIONAL MUSIC SESSION

Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8:30pm - 11pm. free. An open session of traditional Scottish and Celtic music and song. Listeners and performers welcome.

TRIMONTIUM TRUST SPRING LECTURE

Corn Exchange, Melrose, TD6 9PN; 7:30pm. Donation requested. ‘Fifty years of Vindolanda Museum’ All welcome 01896 822651

01750 778 704 or 07773 634 884

TRIMONTIUM ROMAN GUIDED WALK

FRIDAY, MAY 3

Three Hills Heritage Centre, Melrose, TD6 9PN; 1:30pm - 5:30pm. £4 adults; £1 school children; family £10, dogs welcome. Includes tea. Walk past the Abbey to Newstead around the hidden Roman Fort & stand on the Viaduct level 01896 822651

BERWICK OPERATIC SOCIETY: SOUND OF MUSIC

FRANK ‘N’ KNIGHTS GHOST & HISTORY TOURS

COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

The Maltings Theatre and Cinema, Berwick-uponTweed, TD15 1AJ; See 1st May for full details.

01289 330 999

Berwick Town Hall, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 1BN; 7pm. £10 Adults, £5 Under 16. Meet at Town Hall steps. Trained guides, children and dog friendly

Call to book: 07945 221 169

LAUDERDALE COMMUNITY CHOIR

SUPPER NIGHT

Lauder Public Hall, Lauder; 7:30pm - 9pm. Rehearsals £3 per week (annual membership £15). If you love to sing please come and join this enthusiastic and friendly choir. No auditions and no need to read music. 07733 448110

Frank n Knight Ghost & History Tours of Berwick-upon-Tweed

Thursdays and Saturdays at 7pm Adults: £10, Under 16s: £5

Meet at the Town Hall steps Trained guides Children and dog friendly Call: 07945 221 169 to book

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Lasagne, chips and salad plus pudding - call to book

01750 32242

ST ABBS FRIDAY MARKET

The Ebba Centre, St Abbs, TD14 5PL; 10am - 4pm. Free Entry. Indoor market selling locally made crafts, local produce, art, gifts and much more

07970 697433

MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. Entry by donation. Souvenirs and rugby relics from all over the world. Videos reliving historical moments at Melrose. All welcome

01896 822486

NUTTYS LITTLE SQUIRREL CLUB

Bowhill House and Country Estate, Selkirk, TD7 5ET; 1:30pm - 2:30pm. £3.50 per child. Join the Bowhill ranger for woodland fun and games for toddlers and little ones (under 6’s). 01750 22204

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Wauchope Village Hall, Yetholm, TD5 8RA; 7pm - 9pm. Come along and discover who will be this years Bari Gadgi and Bari Manushi 01573 420231

KELSO FOLK AND LIVE MUSIC CLUB

Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8pm - 10:30pm. Acoustic traditional and contemporary music in a relaxing cabaret-style setting. All welcome.

DUNSPLAYFEST

Volunteer Hall, Duns, TD11 3AF; Festival Membership (all events not including Ceilidh) £25/£10 Individual Events £5/£2 Ceilidh £10 more details on website. An eight day celebration of new dramatic writing featuring work by playwrights from the Borders and Edinburgh. 01361 884 935

KELSO RUGBY SEVENS

01573 228769

Kelso Rugby Club, Kelso, TD5 7EH; More info: www.k7s.co.uk

BORDERS BLUES CLUB

BUSINESS START UP: BOOK-KEEPING

QUIZ NIGHT

POP-UP MARKET

Vale of Leithen Social Club, Innerleithen, EH44 6JL; 8pm - 11:59pm. £5. Keeping the Blues alive. Two great bands one great price. First Friday of the month. 07708 439390 Quins Restaurant, Galashiels, TD1 3AD; 8pm. £10/ team includes supper. First Friday of every month. Proceeds to charity - all welcome. 01896 757004

ROLLING HILLS FOLK CLUB:CORRALACH Darnick Village Hall, Melrose, TD6 9AH; 8pm. £7/£6 concessions. Under 18s and Young Scot card - free. BYOB. All ages welcome. Corralach are Tony Perridge and George Livingstone. Multiinstrumentalists and vocals 07986 644661

Towermill, Heart of Hawick, Hawick, TD9 0AE; 10am - 1pm. This will equip you with an understanding of bookkeeping principles and shows why financial records are important 01835 818 315 The Barn at Beal, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 2PB; 10am - 2:30pm. Free Entry. Pop-up market with locally made crafts, beautiful artworks, gifts & more. Featuring St Abbs Market Traders 07970 697433

ART AT ANCRUM

10am - 5pm. Free entry. A weekend of exhibitions & demonstrations by over 30 professional artists and design-led makers in multiple venues

www.artatancrum.org.uk

THE LABYRINTH CHALLENGE

SATURDAY, MAY 4 BERWICK OPERATIC SOCIETY: SOUND OF MUSIC

The Maltings Theatre and Cinema, Berwick-uponTweed, TD15 1AJ; See 1st May for full details.

01289 330 999

COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

01750 725480

Dalkeith Country Park, Dalkeith, EH22 1ST; 10am - 5pm. From £15. Take on the world’s longest inflatable obstacle course! For adults & ages 10+ with the Mini Labyrinth for 5-9 year olds.

0131 654 1666

BERWICK UPON TWEED RIDING OF THE BOUNDS

10am. Free to riders and spectators - all welcome

INTRODUCTION TO WOODCRAFT

ReTweed, Eyemouth, TD14 5ET; 10:30am - 3pm. £30. Develop your wood working skills with this beginners workshop from ReTweed & Eyemouth Men’s Shed 07732014893

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May Events

INSTALLATION OF 2019 PRINCIPALS

May Events

OUR LINEN STORIES

The Haining, Selkirk, TD7 5AA; 11am - 4pm. Presenting your linen stories from the Borders with thanks to Selkirk, and news of future Journeys in Design. 07712 579852

SPRING DOORS OPEN DAY

FRANK ‘N’ KNIGHTS GHOST & HISTORY TOURS

Berwick Town Hall, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 1BN; 7pm. £10 Adults, £5 Under 16. Meet at Town Hall steps. Trained guides, children and dog friendly

Call to book: 07945 221 169

Arniston House, Gorebridge, EH23 4RY; 11am 4pm. Complimentary tours of the main reception areas on the hour plus a pop-up tea room in the Orangery. For tickets 01875 830515 or visit

MELROSE MUSIC FESTIVAL

www.arnistonhouse.com/arniston-events

Holy Trinity Church, Melrose, TD6 9SU; 7pm. £10 at door. The Wondrous Machine - An organ recital by the Holy Trinity Organist Chris Achenbach, featuring popular works

HEALING SUPPORT GROUP

DIYET & THE LOVE SOLDIERS

Chaplaincy Centre, Melrose, TD6 9BS; 1pm - 5pm. All sessions and refreshments are free of charge. Relax, revive, enjoy. Support your own natural energy with the help of the Healing Support Group. No appointment needed 07724 771081

THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY SANCTUARY

The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm. Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift shop 01835 823468

BURC (formerly St Paul’s Church), Spittal, TD15 1QY; 7:30pm. Adult £8, u/17’s £5, Family ticket £22 (2 Adults + 2 u/17’s). Diyet plays alternative folk, roots, country, North Americana and traditional Aboriginal music Tickets: www.borderevents.

com or call 01750 725480

SUNDAY, MAY 5 BERWICK OPERATIC SOCIETY: SOUND OF MUSIC

The Maltings Theatre and Cinema, Berwick-uponTweed, TD15 1AJ; See 1st May for full details.

01289 330 999

DUNSPLAYFEST

Open Tues - Sun: 10am-5pm Entry by donation

From May: Trips to the Brewery by horse and cariage 5th May: Springtime with the Heavies ~ a great day out for all the family! Clydesdale Heavy Horses Picnic area, Dogs welcome, Homemade refreshments Carriage rides daily

For full details visit www.hayfarmheavies.co.uk Hay Farm Heavy Horse Centre Ford & Etal Estate, TD12 4TR Tel: 01890 820 601

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Volunteer Hall, Duns, TD11 3AF; See 4th May for full details. 01361 884 935

EARLSTON RUGBY SEVENS

Earlston Rugby Club, Earlston, TD4 6DG; More info: www.k7s.co.uk

LADIES DAY

Bisley at Braidwood, Selkirk, TD7 4QD; £49 includes everything you need plus a lovely afternoon tea!. The day is open to all ladies of any shooting experience. Why not get your friends together and enjoy a day out To book your place please call

01835870280

ART AT ANCRUM

10am - 5pm. Free entry. A weekend of exhibitions & demonstrations by over 30 professional artists and design-led makers in multiple venues

www.artatancrum.org.uk

SPRINGTIME WITH THE HEAVIES

Hay Farm Heavy Horse Centre, Ford & Etal, TD12 4TR; 10am - 5pm. Great day out for all the family Clydesdale Heavy Horses, British Lop Eared Pigs, & more www.hayfarmheavies.co.uk

01750 725480

May Events

THE LABYRINTH CHALLENGE

Dalkeith Country Park, Dalkeith, EH22 1ST; 10am - 5pm. From £15. Take on the world’s longest inflatable obstacle course! For adults & ages 10+ with the Mini Labyrinth for 5-9 year olds.

0131 654 1666

ABBOTSFORD SPRING FLING

HOUSE & GROUNDS

Abbotsford House, Melrose, TD6 9BQ; 11am - 3pm. Standard house and gardens admission applies for all activities. Join us for garden and outdoor fun: From walks to kid’s crafts and woodland trails - it’s an event not to be missed! 01896 752043

ARCHERY AT BOWHILL

Bowhill House and Country Estate, Selkirk, TD7 5ET; 11am - 3pm. From £3. Come along and try archery with Barons Folly Archers. Suitable for ages 6+. 01750 22204

SPRING WEDDING TEA

Arniston House, Gorebridge, EH23 4RY; 1pm 3:30pm. Envision the possibilities for your wedding when you visit us for our Spring Wedding Tea. Meet with the professionals To register for free visit

www.arnistonhouse.com/arniston-events THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY SANCTUARY

The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm. Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift shop 01835 823468

MELROSE MUSIC FESTIVAL

Holy Trinity Church, Melrose, TD6 9SU; 6:30pm. Admission free. Choral Evensong - Featuring music from Tallis to Purcell.

AFTER EARLSTON SEVENS ENTERTAINMENT

Earlston Rugby Club, Earlston, TD4 6DG; 8pm. £13 +bf. Live Music from ‘First Class’ and the warm up is the ‘Guilty pleasures’. Plus house DJ. Tickets:

www.borderevents.com or call 01750 725480

Melrose Music Festival Weekend Concerts in May Holy Trinity Church, Melrose Tickets at door

See listings for details

Visit www.melrosemusicfestival.co.uk

01750 725480

COUNTRY ESTATE OPEN FRIDAY - SUNDAY (MAY & JUNE) DAILY (JULY & AUG)

PAY O N C ETEN

OF VISIT AS AS YOU LIKE!

HOUSE OPEN

4 TH - 6 TH MAY | DAILY IN AUGUST ES AC TI VI TI FO R UN DE R 6s

Nutty’s Little Squirrel Club Every Friday, 1.30pm

Bowhill House Bowhill Selkirk TD7 5ET Tel: 01750 22204 | E: info@bowhillhouse.co.uk FOR FURTHER INFO, NEWS & EVENTS VISIT

WWW.BOWHILLHOUSE.CO.UK The Buccleuch Living Heritage Trust Registered Charity No: SC014915

www.borderevents.com

May Events

MONDAY, MAY 6 DUNSPLAYFEST

Want to learn to cook ten family meals in 1 hour... and much more? Then come along and see!

Volunteer Hall, Duns, TD11 3AF; See 4th May for full details. 01361 884 935

ART AT ANCRUM

10am - 5pm. Free entry. A weekend of exhibitions & demonstrations by over 30 professional artists and design-led makers in multiple venues

www.artatancrum.org.uk

DAY OUT VISIT TO PAXTON HOUSE

AT Travel, Earlston, TD4 6DG; 10am. £35 pp. Day out includes refreshments, coach travel, house tour, lunch, walk in the gardens and discount in shop!

0131 357 5500 or email enquiries@attravel. co.uk

Tuesday 7th May

St Boswells Village Hall; 7pm-9pm

Tickets: £10 from www.borderevents.com or call 01750 725 480

all proceeds to the Borders Childrens Charity

MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. See 3rd may for details 01896 822486

POP-UP MARKET

Etal Village Hall, Ford & Etal, TD12 4TJ; 11am 3pm. Free Entry. Pop-up market with locally made crafts, beautiful artworks, gifts & more. Featuring St Abbs Market Traders 07970 697433

OLD MELROSE MONASTIC WALK

LUXURY COACH HOLIDAYS UK & European escorted tours with local pick up points 11 May: Croatia 19 July: Tyrol 17 June: Peak District 24 July: Shropshire 24 June: Austria 11 Aug: Travemunde

Days Out Club Monday 6th May - Visit to Paxton House Wednesday 8th May - Visit to Lochcarron

Old Melrose Furniture Studio/Tearoom , Melrose, TD6 9DF; 1:30pm - 3:30pm. £2, children free. No booking required. A guided walk through 2000 years of history including the site of the original Melrose monastery. All welcome 01835 822823

BUBBLE TRAINS

Heatherslaw Light Railway, Etal, TD12 4TJ; 11am. Free bubble pots for kids - See if you can disguise the train in a cloud of bubbles as you leave the station! 01890 820338

YOGA

Westruther Village Hall, Westruther, TD3 6NE; 6:15pm - 7:15pm. Suitable for all levels. Mats, blocks and blankets provided. Please wear comfortable loose clothing 07960 566 556

Private Coach Hire also available for your next group outing

For more information on all our 2019 holidays ~ Tel: 01896 849360 or visit www.attravel.co.uk

www.borderevents.com

TUESDAY, MAY 7 DUNSPLAYFEST

Volunteer Hall, Duns, TD11 3AF;See 4th May for full details. 01361 884 935

01750 725480

Fountainhall School, Fountainhall, TD1 2SY; Children £1, Adults free 2 week trial then £50/year in 3 payments. All welcome. Children’s Community Choir: 6.15pm-7.15pm. Gala Water Singers Choir: 7.15pm-9pm. 01578 730289

WEEKLY GUIDED TOURS

Arniston House, Gorebridge, EH23 4RY; Enjoy a Guided Tour of Arniston House and discover the remarkable legacy of architecture, history and art. 2pm & 3.30pm For tickets visit www.

arnistonhouse.com/arniston-event TWEEDDALE SOCIETY

Eastgate Theatre and Arts Centre, Peebles, EH45 8AD; 9am. Tickets £30 (includes lunch & tea) from Eastgate Theatre, 01721 725 77. Coach day trip to Eskdalemuir for conducted tours of Buddhist Monastery & Meteorological monitoring station

POP-UP MARKET

Paxton House, Gallery and Country Park, Paxton, TD15 1SZ; 10am - 4pm. Free Entry. Pop-up market with locally made crafts, beautiful artworks, gifts & more. Featuring St Abbs Market Traders

07970 697433

AME AIKIDO CLUB

Gattonside Village Hall, Gattonside, TD6 9NJ; 7pm - 8:30pm. New members welcome, non competitive martial art for all ages and abilities 0798 673

6717/0778 076 3156 THE BATCH LADY

St Boswells Village Hall, St Boswells, TD6 0AA; 7pm - 9pm. £10 including glass of wine, in aid of Borders Children’s Charity. Want to learn to cook ten family meals in 1 hour! And much more... Come along and see Tickets: www.borderevents.com or call

COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

Coldingham Priory , Coldingham, TD14 5PE; Wednesday and Friday (2pm-4pm) and Saturday (11am-3pm). (Situated beside the Priory Gates) Sale of donated books raising funds for local projects.

DUNSPLAYFEST

Volunteer Hall, Duns, TD11 3AF;See 4th May for full details. 01361 884 935

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING FOR CHILDREN

Duns Primary School, Duns, TD11 3AG; £2 per class. Wednesdays during term time. P1–3 (4–7 yrs) 15.45 – 16.30. P4+ (8 yrs +) 16.15 – 17.15.

01890 830318

WEEKLY GUIDED TOURS

Arniston House, Gorebridge, EH23 4RY; Enjoy a Guided Tour of Arniston House and discover the remarkable legacy of architecture, history and art. 2pm & 3.30pm For tickets visit www.

arnistonhouse.com/arniston-event

MENOPAUSE – A CHANGE TOO FAR!

Down to Earth Health, Selkirk, TD7 4LR; 8:30am - 1pm. Ease Hot Flushes, Sweats, Skin Dryness, Lowered Libido, Anxiety & Mood Swings so balance is restored naturally.

01750 778 704 / 07773 634 884

BUSINESS START UP: BUSINESS PLANNING Langlee Community Centre, Galashiels; 10am - 1pm. It is essential to have a realistic, working business plan when you’re starting up a business

01835 818 315

01750 725480

RAG BAG DANCING AT ALLANTON

Allanton Inn, Allanton, TD11 3JZ; 7:30pm. We dance some traditional Morris dances, although we are mainly developing our own ‘Scottish Borders’ style

01890 818073

WEDNESDAY, MAY 8 AT TRAVEL - DAY OUT VISIT TO LOCHCARRON

AT Travel, Earlston, TD4 6DG; £40 pp includes refreshments and lunch. This tour provides a fascinating behind the scene look at the highly skilled work needed to produce their famous tartan.

0131 357 5500 or enquirires@attravel.co.uk

01750 725480

www.borderevents.com

May Events

GALA WATER SINGERS CHOIRS

May Events

STUDY EXERCISES IN DANCE AND MOVEMENT

Ormiston Rooms, Corn Exchange, Melrose, TD6 9PN; 10:15am - 11:45am. £1.50/week with refreshments. A course of talks on dance history: the roots and progressions. All welcome

0743 2416 223

SHED POUNDS BOOST VITALITY JOIN NOW

Lbs and Ozs - Achieve Your Healthy Weight, Selkirk, TD7 4LR; 12:30pm - 1:15pm. Another Summer Ahead! Going to keep your weight? OR Choose Vitality, Inch-loss, Clarity & Balance?

01750 778 704 or 07773 634 884

TRIMONTIUM ROMAN GUIDED WALK

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. Entry by donation. Souvenirs and rugby relics from all over the world. Videos reliving historical moments at Melrose. All welcome

FIRST MAY DAY

FRANK ‘N’ KNIGHTS GHOST & HISTORY TOURS

MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

01896 822486

Kelso Racecourse, Kelso, TD5 7SX; 12pm - 6pm. £15- £20. It’s the penultimate meeting of the season! Get your racing fix before the summer break at Kelso 01573 221221

YOGA

Chaplaincy Centre, Melrose, TD6 9BS; 6pm - 7pm. Suitable for all levels. Mats, blocks, etc provided. Please wear comfortable loose clothing

07960 566 556

SOUTER QUILTERS

Argus Centre, Selkirk, TD7 4EP; 7pm - 9pm. Annual membership £30, visitors £5. This meeting is our AGM and a chance to vote on Office Bearers for the next session.

Berwick Town Hall, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 1BN; 7pm. £10 Adults, £5 Under 16. Meet at Town Hall steps. Trained guides, children and dog friendly

Call to book: 07945 221 169

TRIMONTIUM TRUST SPRING LECTURE

Corn Exchange, Melrose, TD6 9PN; 7:30pm. Donation requested. The design of New Trimontium All welcome . 01896 822651

LAUDERDALE COMMUNITY CHOIR

TRADITIONAL MUSIC SESSION

THURSDAY, MAY 9 DUNSPLAYFEST

Volunteer Hall, Duns, TD11 3AF; See 4th May for full details. 01361 884 935

WONDER at our SILVER and BRONZE HOARDS - Synton (250 coins), Ruberslaw (vessels) ‘Three Hills’ Heritage Centre Market Square, Melrose TD6 9PN

From 8 April 10.30am-4.30pm (Mon-Sat)

A Roman Capital: £2 adult, £1 student; £5 family

Picturesque Guided Walk to Newstead Roman Site Thursdays from 11 April 1.30pm-5.30pm (inc tea/juice) £4 adult, £1 student, £10 family

ENJOY the ARTEFACTS and GEMS Tel: 01896 822651 www.trimontium.org.uk

www.borderevents.com

Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8:30pm - 11pm. free. An open session of traditional Scottish and Celtic music and song. Listeners and performers welcome.

FRIDAY, MAY 10 COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

DUNSPLAYFEST

Volunteer Hall, Duns, TD11 3AF; See 4th May for full details. . 01361 884 935

FLOORS CASTLE HORSE TRIALS

Floors Castle, Kelso, TD5 7SF; An equestrian spectacles of dressage, showjumping and cross country. Children’s activities and trade stands

www.floorscastlehorsetrials.com

01750 725480

DUNSPLAYFEST

More information: 07902 330147

FLOORS CASTLE HORSE TRIALS

Springwood Park, Kelso, TD5 8LS; 9am - 5pm. Live bands on afternoon & evening, country music disco, line dancing instruction, trade stalls and much more!

ST ABBS FRIDAY MARKET

The Ebba Centre, St Abbs, TD14 5PL; 10am - 4pm. Free Entry. Indoor market selling locally made crafts, local produce, art, gifts and much more

07970 697433

MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. Entry by donation. Souvenirs and rugby relics from all over the world. Videos reliving historical moments at Melrose. All welcome

01896 822486

NUTTYS LITTLE SQUIRREL CLUB

Bowhill House and Country Estate, Selkirk, TD7 5ET; 1:30pm - 2:30pm. £3.50 per child. Join the Bowhill ranger for woodland fun and games for toddlers and little ones (under 6’s). 01750 22204

MELROSE MUSIC FESTIVAL

Holy Trinity Church, Melrose, TD6 9SU; 7pm. £10 at door. Piano Recital by Sebastian Wybrew Featuring works by Mozart, Schubert, Franck and others.

SCOTTISH BORDERS VERSUS ARTHRITIS

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 7pm. All welcome. Cheque presentation with guest speaker Liam O’Toole, CEO Versus Arthritis (previously Arthritis Research UK).

THE SORRIES LIVE IN CONCERT

Wauchope Village Hall, Yetholm, TD5 8RA; 7:30pm - 9:30pm. £10 + BF. The duo sing, play and banter their way through a show inspired by the music of The Corries 01750 725480

KELSO FOLK AND LIVE MUSIC CLUB

Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8pm - 10:30pm. Acoustic traditional and contemporary music in a relaxing cabaret-style setting. All welcome.

01573 228769

Volunteer Hall, Duns, TD11 3AF; See 4th May for full details. 01361 884 935 Floors Castle, Kelso, TD5 7SF; An equestrian spectacles of dressage, showjumping and cross country. Children’s activities and trade stands

www.floorscastlehorsetrials.com

GALASHIELS STUDIO CLUB: EXHIBITION

Old Gala House, Galashiels, TD1 3JS; SaturdayFriday: 10am - 4pm (Closed Sunday & Monday). Entry free. (Until 8th June) A diverse exhibition of members’ work, in various media - watercolour, acrylic, pastel, oil, etc.

SELKIRK RUGBY SEVENS

Selkirk Rugby Football Club, Selkirk, TD7 5AX; More info: www.k7s.co.uk

EARLY MORNING BIRD WALK

Dawyck Botanic Garden, Stobo, EH45 9JU; 7am - 8:30am. Come & discover how many species of birds can be found at Dawyck. Bring binoculars!

01721 760254

Edinburgh Antiques, Vintage & Collectors Fair Up to 200 exhibitors offer a wide range of antiques, vintage & retro items. Courtesy bus Waterloo Place (opposite the Apex Waterloo Hotel) in Edinburgh city centre - see website for details.

Sat 11th & Sun 12th

May

Cash only entrance: Saturday: 8.15am (early entry) Saturday: 10am - 4.30pm Sunday: 10am - 4.00pm

- £6 - £5 - £4

Royal Highland Centre - £5 per vehicle parking charge will apply.

SATURDAY, MAY 11 COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

01750 725480

Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston, EH28 8NB

Tel: 01636 676531 www.b2bevents.info

www.borderevents.com

May Events

KELSO COUNTRY AND WESTERN FESTIVAL

May Events

KELSO COUNTRY AND WESTERN FESTIVAL

Springwood Park, Kelso, TD5 8LS; 9am - 5pm. Live bands on afternoon & evening, country music disco, line dancing instruction, trade stalls and much more!

More information: 07902 330147

BUSINESS START UP: FINANCE

Towermill, Heart of Hawick, Hawick, TD9 0AE; 10am - 1pm. Good financial management is essential for running a successful business. This workshop will help you understand how. 01835 818 315

POP-UP MARKET

MEET THE MAKER: L’ART DU VIN

Restoration Yard, Dalkeith Country Park, Dalkeith, EH22 1ST; 2pm - 5pm. FREE. Join us as we welcome the connoisseurs behind L’Art Du Vin for another exciting “Meet the Maker” series instalment.

0131 322 2575

DAVID HUME DINNER

Chirnside Hall Hotel, Chirnside, TD11 3LD; 6:30pm. Speaker will be Professor Barry Smith, renowned popular expert on food and drink and broadcaster

Call for more details 01361 883095

The Barn at Beal, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 2PB; 10am - 2:30pm. Free Entry. Pop-up market with locally made crafts, beautiful artworks, gifts & more. Featuring St Abbs Market Traders 07970 697433

FRANK ‘N’ KNIGHTS GHOST & HISTORY TOURS

ANTIQUES, VINTAGE & COLLECTORS FAIR

Call to book: 07945 221 169

Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh, EH28 8NB; 10am - 4pm. Saturday: £5; Sunday £4. Up to 200 exhibitors offering a wide range of antiques, vintage and retro items 01636 676531

THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY SANCTUARY

The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm. Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift shop 01835 823468

Berwick Town Hall, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 1BN; 7pm. £10 Adults, £5 Under 16. Meet at Town Hall steps. Trained guides, children and dog friendly

MELROSE MUSIC FESTIVAL

Holy Trinity Church, Melrose, TD6 9SU; 7pm. £12 at door. An Evening with Dame Felicity Lott Accompanied by Sebastian Wybrew

THE LITTLE UNSAID AT STRING JAM CLUB

The County Hotel Selkirk, Selkirk, TD7 4BZ; 7:30pm - 11pm. £14. Songs with folk, electronica, classical & alt-pop roots 07930 872033

SUNDAY, MAY 12 FLOORS CASTLE HORSE TRIALS

Floors Castle, Kelso, TD5 7SF; An equestrian spectacles of dressage, showjumping and cross country. Children’s activities and trade stands

www.floorscastlehorsetrials.com DAWN CHORUS WALK

Ford and Etal Estates, Ford and Etal, TD12 4TJ; 5am. North Northumberland Bird Club - a wonderful opportunity to get out and about in our beautiful countryside 01890 820338

KELSO COUNTRY AND WESTERN FESTIVAL

Springwood Park, Kelso, TD5 8LS; 9am - 5pm. Live bands on afternoon & evening, country music disco, line dancing instruction, trade stalls and much more!

More information: 07902 330147

ANTIQUES, VINTAGE & COLLECTORS FAIR

Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh, EH28 8NB; 10am - 4pm. Saturday: £5; Sunday £4. Up to 200 exhibitors offering a wide range of antiques, vintage and retro items 01636 676531

www.borderevents.com

01750 725480

Kielder Water and Forest Park, Hexham, NE48 1ER; 10am - 4pm. Celebrating 100 years of forestry. See restored Forestry Commission vehicles & also bring your own classic vehicle 01434 250209

THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY SANCTUARY

The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm. Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift shop 01835 823468

MELROSE MUSIC FESTIVAL

Holy Trinity Church, Melrose, TD6 9SU; 4pm. Admission free. Children’s Concert

CUTHBERT OF FARNE

The Cornucopia Room, Hawick, TD9 9EA; 6pm 8pm. £5 at the door includes a glass of wine. Book launch and talk by local author Katherine Tiernan

01450 379933

COMEDY: CARL HUTCHISON

Volunteer Hall, Galashiels, TD1 3JX; 8pm. £12. Expect killer gags, highly entertaining stories and the trademark twisted logic that has made Carl a must-see fixture Tickets: www.borderevents.

MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. Entry by donation. Souvenirs and rugby relics from all over the world. Videos reliving historical moments at Melrose. All welcome

01896 822486

FOUR BORDER ABBEYS U3A

Kelso Rugby Club, Kelso, TD5 7EH; 2pm. Tea and coffee available. Members and visitors welcome. ‘Pest, Pestilence and the perception of History’, a presentation from Isabel Gordon

YOGA

Westruther Village Hall, Westruther, TD3 6NE; 6:15pm - 7:15pm. Suitable for all levels. Mats, blocks and blankets provided. Please wear comfortable loose clothing 07960 566 556

QUIZ NIGHT

The Black Bull, Etal, TD12 4TL; 7:30pm. £2 per person/team of 4. All welcome! £20 voucher to winning team 01890 820200

TUESDAY, MAY 14

com or call 01750 725480

POP-UP MARKET

MONDAY, MAY 13

07970 697433

OPEN DOOR COMMUNITY CAFE

Selkirk Parish Church, Selkirk, TD7 4JX; 10:30am 2pm. 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month. Coffee menu served: 10.30am-12noon; lunch 12noon-1pm. All welcome

Paxton House, Gallery and Country Park, Paxton, TD15 1SZ; 10am - 4pm. Free Entry. Pop-up market with locally made crafts, beautiful artworks, gifts & more. Featuring St Abbs Market Traders

GALA WATER SINGERS CHOIRS

Fountainhall School, Fountainhall, TD1 2SY; All welcome. Children’s Community Choir: 6.15pm7.15pm. Gala Water Singers Choir: 7.15pm-9pm.

01578 730289

Sanderson’s Herbal Workshops

Tuesday 14th May: Herbal preparations for Spring; Paxton Village Hall Tuesday 4th June: Scent-sational workshop; Paxton Village Hall Tuesday 18th June: The art of drying, pressing & mounting flowers & leaves; Paxton House Saturday 29th June: Making floral & herbal waters; Paxton House To book email: catherine.bfrp@gmail.com Tel: 07821 784 265 www.catherinebachremedies.com

01750 725480

www.borderevents.com

May Events

VINTAGE AND CLASSIC VEHICLE SHOWS

May Events

WEDNESDAY, MAY 15

BLOCKCHAIN SCOTLAND

Tweed Horizons Conference Centre, Newtown St Boswells, TD6 0SG; £350. Introduction to Blockchain for Business Professionals

WEEKLY GUIDED TOURS

Arniston House, Gorebridge, EH23 4RY; Enjoy a Guided Tour of Arniston House and discover the remarkable legacy of architecture, history and art. 2pm & 3.30pm For tickets visit

COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

Coldingham Priory , Coldingham, TD14 5PE; 2pm4pm (Situated beside the Priory Gates) Sale of donated books raising funds for local projects.

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING FOR CHILDREN

www.arnistonhouse.com/arniston-event

Duns Primary School, Duns, TD11 3AG; £2 per class. Wednesdays during term time. P1–3 (4–7 yrs) 15.45 – 16.30. P4+ (8 yrs +) 16.15 – 17.15.

FOOD INTOLERANCE TEST-TIRED/WINDY/ MOODY?

WEEKLY GUIDED TOURS

Down to Earth Health, Selkirk, TD7 4LR; 8:30am 6pm. Foggy Brained, Joint Pain? To Increase clarity, energy, digestion, & feel better 01750 778 704 /

07773 634 884

01890 830318

Arniston House, Gorebridge, EH23 4RY; Enjoy a Guided Tour of Arniston House and discover the remarkable legacy of architecture, history and art. 2pm & 3.30pm For tickets visit

www.arnistonhouse.com/arniston-event

SANDERSON’S HERBAL WORKSHOP

Paxton Village Hall, Paxton; 10am - 1pm. £30. Herbal preparations for Spring 07821 784 265

AME AIKIDO CLUB

Gattonside Village Hall, Gattonside, TD6 9NJ; 7pm 8:30pm. Non competitive martial art for all ages and abilities 0798 673 6717/0778 076 3156

NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE SCREENING

Wauchope Village Hall, Yetholm, TD5 8RA; 7pm. £12 + bf. ‘All My Sons’. America, 1947. Despite hard choices and even harder knocks, Joe and Kate Keller are a success story Tickets: www.

borderevents.com or call 01750 725480 RAG BAG DANCING AT NORHAM

The Masons Arms, Norham, TD15 2LB; 7:30pm. We 16th JANUARY '19, dances, 7.00 PM tilalthough 8.30 PM we danceWEDNESDAY some traditional Morris at the Branch, 21 WESTour PORT, SELKIRK TD7 4DG are mainly developing own ‘Scottish Borders’ borders@samaritans.org style. 01890 818073

THE BORDERS

www.samaritans.org

Find out about joining the Samaritans

We are looking for volunteers to help with listening duties, fundraising events & publicity. Come along and find out more on: WEDNESDAY 16th JANUARY '19, 7.00 PM til 8.30 PM at the Branch, 21 WEST PORT, SELKIRK TD7 4DG borders@samaritans.org

Wednesday, 15th May: 7pm-8.30pm 21 West Port, Selkirk TD7 4DG

T: 07857 098 186 E: borders@samaritans.org THE BORDERS

BUSINESS START UP: MARKETING

Langlee Community Centre, Galashiels; 10am 1pm. This workshop aims to help you identify your customers, understand competitors and plan an effective marketing strategy 01835 818 315

STUDY EXERCISES IN DANCE AND MOVEMENT

Ormiston Rooms, Corn Exchange, Melrose, TD6 9PN; 10:15am - 11:45am. £1.50/week with refreshments. A course of talks on dance history: the roots and progressions. All welcome.

0743 2416 223

MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. See Monday 13th for full details.

01896 822486

THE VICTORIAN GARDENS AT ABBOTSFORD Abbotsford House, Melrose, TD6 9BQ; 11:30am 12:30pm. House and Garden Admission Applies. Join our Victorian garden design tour and discover how changing tastes translated into the landscape at Abbotsford. 01896 752043

YOGA

Chaplaincy Centre, Melrose, TD6 9BS; 6pm - 7pm. Suitable for all levels. Mats, blocks, etc provided. Please wear comfortable loose clothing

07960 566 556

JOIN THE SAMARITANS

Borders Samaritans, Selkirk, TD7 4DG; 7pm 8:30pm. Volunteer - learn new skills, meet new people. Be there. Come along and find out more

07857 098 186 or E: borders@samaritans.org

www.borderevents.com

01750 725480

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18TH MAY TAIT HALL, KELSO

8TH JUNE TAIT HALL, KELSO

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May Events

A DOUBLE PRESENTATION

Smailholm Village Hall, Smailholm, TD5 7PJ; 7:30pm. Entry at door £3 adults, children free; light refreshments included. A talk about the work of ‘The Southern Uplands Partnership’ and ‘The South of Scotland golden eagles project’ 01573 460325

DIGITALBOOST: CREATING DIGITAL CONTENT

Borders College , Galashiels, TD1 3HE; 10am - 1pm. Producing quality content is an excellent way of helping customers develop a meaningful relationship with your brand. 01835 818 315

MACMILLAN CENTRE ‘TABOO’ CAFE

The Haining, Selkirk, TD7 5AA; 12pm - 5pm. All welcome 07712 579852

SHED POUNDS BOOST VITALITY JOIN NOW

Lbs and Ozs - Achieve Your Healthy Weight, Selkirk, TD7 4LR; 12:30pm - 1:15pm. Going to keep your weight? OR Choose Vitality, Inch-loss, Clarity & Balance? 01750 778 704 or 07773 634 884

Berwick Town Hall, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 1BN; 7pm. £10 Adults, £5 Under 16. Meet at Town Hall steps. Trained guides, children and dog friendly

Call to book: 07945 221 169

LAUDERDALE COMMUNITY CHOIR

Lauder Public Hall, Lauder; 7:30pm - 9pm. Rehearsals £3 per week (annual membership £15). If you love to sing please come and join this enthusiastic and friendly choir. 07733 448110

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING FOR FUN

Foulden Village Hall, Foulden; 7:30pm - 9:30pm. £3. Weekly classes. All welcome. 01289 386332

TRADITIONAL MUSIC SESSION

Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8:30pm - 11pm. free. An open session of traditional Scottish and Celtic music and song. Listeners and performers welcome.

Borders Samaritans is part of Samaritans, a registered charity.

FRIDAY, MAY 17

Borders

Plant Sale

COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

ST ABBS FRIDAY MARKET

The Ebba Centre, St Abbs, TD14 5PL; 10am - 4pm. Free Entry. Indoor market selling locally made crafts, local produce, art, gifts and much more

Join us for our annual Plant Sale with home baking, jams & chutney. Tea and coffee will be available, all in aid of Border Samaritans.

I’m fundraising for Samaritans

Date

18 May from 10am–2pm

Venue

Cotfield, Nr Lilliesleaf Melrose TD6 9JW

Contact

Arabella Lewis on 07980 073 275

FRANK ‘N’ KNIGHTS GHOST & HISTORY TOURS

THURSDAY, MAY 16

In aid of

TRIMONTIUM ROMAN GUIDED WALK

www.borderevents.com

#TeamSamaritans

07970 697433

MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. Entry by donation. Souvenirs and rugby relics from all over the world. Videos reliving historical moments at Melrose. All welcome

01896 822486

NUTTYS LITTLE SQUIRREL CLUB

Bowhill House and Country Estate, Selkirk, TD7 5ET; 1:30pm - 2:30pm. £3.50 per child. Join the Bowhill ranger for woodland fun and games for toddlers and little ones (under 6’s). 01750 22204

01750 725480

The Haining, Selkirk, TD7 5AA; 7:30pm. £15, £13 cons . Part of the Spring 2019 tour of this sell-out show Tickets: www.borderevents.com or call

ONE ACCHORD LADIES A CAPELLA CHORUS

01750 725480

Newtown Community Hall, Newtown St Boswells, TD6 0QX; 1pm - 4pm. Free for four weeks. Come along and try our four part harmony no auditions and meet new friends, all welcome. 0771 069 9619

KELSO FOLK AND LIVE MUSIC CLUB

THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY SANCTUARY

Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8pm - 10:30pm. Acoustic traditional and contemporary music in a relaxing cabaret-style setting. All welcome.

The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm. Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift shop 01835 823468

ROLLING HILLS FOLK CLUB

RUFF DUGGER IN THE GROUNDS OF TRAQUAIR

01573 228769

Darnick Village Hall, Melrose, TD6 9AH; 8pm. Collection and raffle. Singers and musicians welcome. BYOB. All ages welcome. Doors open 7.30pm 07986 644661

SATURDAY, MAY 18 COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

JEDFOREST RUGBY SEVENS

Jed Forest RFC, Jedburgh; More info: www.k7s. co.uk

BUSINESS START UP: MARKETING

Towermill, Heart of Hawick, Hawick, TD9 0AE; 10am - 1pm. This workshop aims to help you identify your customers, understand competitors and plan an effective marketing strategy 01835 818 315

SAMARITANS BORDERS PLANT SALE

Cot Field, Lilliesleaf, TD6 9JW; 10am - 2pm. Annual plant sale with home baking, jams & chutney. Tea and coffee will be available too 07980 073 275

POP-UP MARKET

The Barn at Beal, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 2PB; 10am - 2:30pm. Free Entry. Pop-up market with locally made crafts, beautiful artworks, gifts & more. Featuring St Abbs Market Traders 07970 697433

TRADITIONAL KNITTING WORKSHOPS IN WOOLER

10am - 3:30pm. £35. Make a pair of children’s socks with Mavis in this month’s workshop. One of a series of monthly workshops. 01668 281884

01750 725480

Traquair House, Innerleithen, EH44 6PW; 3pm - 7pm. Come and take part in Scotland’s leading obstacle, mud trail run for runners with their dogs!

01896 830323

FRANK ‘N’ KNIGHTS GHOST & HISTORY TOURS

Berwick Town Hall, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 1BN; 7pm. £10 Adults, £5 Under 16. Meet at Town Hall steps. Trained guides, children and dog friendly

Call to book: 07945 221 169 MUSIC: KARINE POLWART

Tait Hall, Kelso, TD5 7BS; 8pm. £20 + BF. Multiaward winning songwriter and musician, theatre maker and published writer Tickets: www.

borderevents.com or call 01750 725480

SUNDAY, MAY 19 ANNUAL PLANT SALE

Whitsome Village Hall, Whitsome, TD11 3NA; 10:30am. Stock up from our locally grown plants. Come promptly for best choice. Refreshments on sale. 01890 870609

SCOTTISH WILDLIFE TRUST (DUNS)

2pm - 4pm. Afternoon visit to Woodhall Dean Wildlife Reserve (Grid Ref NT685733). Adults only please. Wear stout footwear. 01289 308515

THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY SANCTUARY

The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm. Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift shop 01835 823468

www.borderevents.com

May Events

POLICE/STING SHOW IN THE HAINING MARQUEE

May Events

MELROSE MUSIC FESTIVAL

Holy Trinity Church, Melrose, TD6 9SU; 7pm. £10 at door. Choral Concert Conducted by Robert Dick Bach, Purcell, Handel

MONDAY, MAY 20 MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. Entry by donation. Souvenirs and rugby relics from all over the world. Videos reliving historical moments at Melrose. All welcome

01896 822486

MAY MEETING OF THE THREE BRETHREN U3A

Gala Rugby Club, Galashiels, TD1 3HE; 2pm. AGM, and talk by Nigel McMurray about Dan Dare, the science fiction hero of the Eagle in the 1950’s. New members welcome 01896 823493

YOGA

Westruther Village Hall, Westruther, TD3 6NE; 6:15pm - 7:15pm. Suitable for all levels. Mats, blocks and blankets provided. Please wear comfortable loose clothing 07960 566 556

AME AIKIDO CLUB

Gattonside Village Hall, Gattonside, TD6 9NJ; 7pm - 8:30pm. New members welcome, non competitive martial art for all ages and abilities

0798 673 6717/0778 076 3156

RAG BAG DANCING AT CHATTON

Percy Arms Hotel, Chatton, NE66 5PS; 7:30pm. We dance some traditional Morris dances, although we are mainly developing our own ‘Scottish Borders’ style. 01890 818073

WEDNESDAY, MAY 22 COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING FOR CHILDREN

Duns Primary School, Duns, TD11 3AG; £2 per class. Wednesdays during term time. P1–3 (4–7 yrs) 15.45 – 16.30. P4+ (8 yrs +) 16.15 – 17.15.

01890 830318

TUESDAY, MAY 21 POP-UP MARKET

Paxton House, Gallery and Country Park, Paxton, TD15 1SZ; 10am - 4pm. Free Entry. Pop-up market with locally made crafts, beautiful artworks, gifts & more. Featuring St Abbs Market Traders

07970 697433

GALA WATER SINGERS CHOIRS

01578 730289

WEEKLY GUIDED TOURS

Arniston House, Gorebridge, EH23 4RY; Enjoy a Guided Tour of Arniston House and discover the remarkable legacy of architecture, history and art. 2pm & 3.30pm For tickets visit www.

arnistonhouse.com/arniston-event

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www.borderevents.com

WEEKLY GUIDED TOURS

Arniston House, Gorebridge, EH23 4RY; Enjoy a Guided Tour of Arniston House and discover the remarkable legacy of architecture, history and art. 2pm & 3.30pm For tickets visit www.

arnistonhouse.com/arniston-event BUSINESS START UP: FINANCE

Langlee Community Centre, Galashiels; 10am 1pm. Good financial management is essential for running a successful business. This workshop will help you understand how. 01835 818 315

MARKETING YOUR BUSINESS

Towermill, Heart of Hawick, Hawick, TD9 0AE; 10am - 1pm. This workshop will help you create a realistic marketing plan. Note this workshop is aimed at existing businesses 01835 818 315

STUDY EXERCISES IN DANCE AND MOVEMENT

Ormiston Rooms, Corn Exchange, Melrose, TD6 9PN; 10:15am - 11:45am. £1.50/week with refreshments. A course of talks on dance history: the roots and progressions. All welcome.

0743 2416 223

01750 725480

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. Entry by donation. Souvenirs and rugby relics from all over the world. Videos reliving historical moments at Melrose. All welcome

LAUDERDALE COMMUNITY CHOIR

01896 822486

YOGA

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING FOR FUN

07960 566 556

TRADITIONAL MUSIC SESSION

Chaplaincy Centre, Melrose, TD6 9BS; 6pm - 7pm. Suitable for all levels. Mats, blocks, etc provided. Please wear comfortable loose clothing

SOUTER QUILTERS

Argus Centre, Selkirk, TD7 4EP; 7pm - 9pm. Annual membership £30, visitors £5. Sheena Leslie, one of our members, will be demonstrating Japanese Sashiko techniques. 01750 21632

ONE ACCHORD LADIES A CAPELLA CHORUS

Newtown Community Hall, Newtown St Boswells, TD6 0QX; 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Free for four weeks. Come along and try our four part harmony, no auditons and meet new friends, all welcome.

0771 069 9619

Foulden Village Hall, Foulden; 7:30pm - 9:30pm. £3. Weekly classes. All welcome. 01289 386332 Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8:30pm - 11pm. free. An open session of traditional Scottish and Celtic music and song. Listeners and performers welcome.

FRIDAY, MAY 24 COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

Coldingham Priory , Coldingham, TD14 5PE; 2pm4pm (Situated beside the Priory Gates) Sale of donated books raising funds for local projects. All welcome to browse!

WALKERBURN RUGBY SEVENS

THURSDAY, MAY 23

Caberston Haugh, Walkerburn, EH43 6AU; More info: www.k7s.co.uk

DIGITALBOOST: LINKEDIN FOR BUSINESS Borders College , Galashiels, TD1 3HE; 10am - 1pm. You can do more than just networking in LinkedIn. Learn how to market your products and promote your brand. 01835 818 315

SHED POUNDS BOOST VITALITY JOIN NOW

Lbs and Ozs - Achieve Your Healthy Weight, Selkirk, TD7 4LR; 12:30pm - 1:15pm. Another Summer Ahead! Going to keep your weight? OR Choose Vitality, Inch-loss, Clarity & Balance? 01750 778

704 or 07773 634 884

TRIMONTIUM ROMAN GUIDED WALK

FRANK ‘N’ KNIGHTS GHOST & HISTORY TOURS

Berwick Town Hall, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 1BN; 7pm. £10 Adults, £5 Under 16. Meet at Town Hall steps. Trained guides, children and dog friendly

Call to book: 07945 221 169

01750 725480

www.borderevents.com

May Events

MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

May Events

ST ABBS FRIDAY MARKET

The Ebba Centre, St Abbs, TD14 5PL; 10am - 4pm. Free Entry. Indoor market selling locally made crafts, local produce, art, gifts and much more

07970 697433

MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

MUSIC: ELEPHANT SESSIONS

Volunteer Hall, Galashiels, TD1 3JX; 7:30pm. £14 (standing gig). ‘The versatility of Elephant Sessions is its strength. Passionate about their culture and their origins’ Tickets: www.borderevents.com

or call 01750 725480

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. See Wednesday 22nd May for details.

KELSO FOLK AND LIVE MUSIC CLUB

NUTTYS LITTLE SQUIRREL CLUB

01573 228769

01896 822486

Bowhill House and Country Estate, Selkirk, TD7 5ET; 1:30pm - 2:30pm. £3.50 per child. Join the Bowhill ranger for woodland fun and games for toddlers and little ones (under 6’s). 01750 22204

DEGREE AND FASHION SHOW

4pm - 9pm. £5 . Heriot-Watt University School of Textiles and Design. Full day accesss to Degree Show Exhibition and Fashion Shows Tickets:

www.borderevents.com or call 01750 725480 (Fashion shows 5pm & 7pm)

To coincide with the opening of ‘Turner – Northern Exposure’, Granary Gallery, Berwick, Norham Arts Group is hosting a number of exciting exhibitions and events in the village of Norham. 0774 513 0987 NORHAM VILLAGE HALL Art Exhibition - Turner’s Norham:A Contemporary View Art works for sale. (Cheques or cash only) Exhibition of Prints and Paintings of Norham Showings of Sky Arts: ‘Tate Britain’s Great British Walks; Turner into the View Walk’ 25 May: 2pm–4pm; 26 May–3 June, 10am–4pm. Additional opening 6pm–8pm (28 and 30 May). NORHAM CHURCH Art Exhibition of Artworks by Young Children Painting in the Style of Turner 25 May–3 June daily, 7am–7pm except during services.

Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8pm - 10:30pm. Acoustic traditional and contemporary music in a relaxing cabaret-style setting. All welcome.

SATURDAY, MAY 25 COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

Coldingham Priory , Coldingham, TD14 5PE; 11am3pm (Situated beside the Priory Gates) Sale of donated books raising funds for local projects. All welcome to browse!

EARLY MORNING BIRD WALK

Dawyck Botanic Garden, Stobo, EH45 9JU; 7am - 8:30am. Come & discover how many species of birds can be found at Dawyck. Bring binoculars!

01721 760254

POP-UP MARKET

The Barn at Beal, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 2PB; 10am - 2:30pm. Free Entry. Pop-up market with locally made crafts, beautiful artworks, gifts & more. Featuring St Abbs Market Traders 07970 697433

TRAQUAIR MEDIEVAL FAYRE

Traquair House, Innerleithen, EH44 6PW; 11am - 5pm. A superb weekend that will transport you back to ancient times Jousting, falconry, jesters and children’s entertainment 01896 830323

BARK KENNEL PLANT SALE & KENNEL OPEN DAY

Berwick Animal Rescue Kennels, Berwick-uponTweed, TD15 1TU; 12pm - 3:30pm. Free entry. An opportunity to look around all areas of the kennels to see the animals along with plant sale, refreshments

01289 306299

NORHAM: TURNER’S VIEW

Saturday 25th May - Monday 3rd June Norham Arts Group is hosting a number of exciting exhibitions & events in Norham E: norhamartsgroup@gmail.com Tel: 01289 382754 www.norham.org

www.borderevents.com

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01750 725480

The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm. Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift shop 01835 823468

DEGREE AND FASHION SHOW

Heriot Watt University (Scottish Borders Campus), Galashiels, TD1 3HF; 2pm - 7pm. £5. See Friday 24th for details. Tickets: www.borderevents.

com or call 01750 725480 (Fashion shows 3pm, 4pm & 5pm)

TRAQUAIR MEDIEVAL FAYRE

Traquair House, Innerleithen, EH44 6PW; 11am - 5pm. A superb weekend that will transport you back to ancient times Jousting, falconry, jesters and children’s entertainment 01896 830323

LADIES DAY

Kelso Racecourse, Kelso, TD5 7SX; 12pm - 9pm.

01573 221221

TRAQUAIR HOUSE . INNERLEITHEN PEEBLESSHIRE

FRANK ‘N’ KNIGHTS GHOST & HISTORY TOURS

Berwick Town Hall, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 1BN; 7pm. £10 Adults, £5 Under 16. Meet at Town Hall steps. Trained guides, children and dog friendly

Call to book: 07945 221 169

ROXBURGH SINGERS CONCERT

Melrose Parish Church, Melrose, TD6 9LJ; 7:30pm. £10 at the door . BEETHOVEN - Choral Fantasy featuring South African pianist; BRAHMS - A German Requiem featuring South African piano duo

SUNDAY, MAY 26 NORTHUMBERLAND DAY COMMUNITY PICNIC

Norham Castle, Norham; 11am - 4pm. Bring your own picnic and enjoy the fun! Guided tours of the castle, children’s activities, treasure trail and more

0774 513 0987

#borderevents

A two day festival of jousting, falconry, archery, wandering minstrels, combat displays and skirmishes, living history traders, crafters and demonstrators.

THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY SANCTUARY Open Saturdays and Sundays: 2pm - 4.30pm (last entry 4pm)

Donkey adoption packs available online or from our shop during weekend opening The Holmes, St Boswells TD6 0EL Tel: 01835 823468 www.donkeyheaven.org 01750 725480

www.borderevents.com

May Events

THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY SANCTUARY

May Events

THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY SANCTUARY

The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm. Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift shop 01835 823468

BORDERS FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY TALK St Peter’s Church, Galashiels, TD1 3DP; 2:30pm - 5pm. Non members by donation. Hannah Bell of Scottish Borders Archives will update us on research being carried out at The Hub (Hawick)

“GALA WATER SINGS” - SPRING CONCERT

Stow Church, Stow, TD1; 4pm. Concert and buffet - £8 adults, children free. Gala Water Singers, Community Choir invite you to their Spring Concert Stow Pipe Band will open the event

MELROSE MUSIC FESTIVAL

Holy Trinity Church, Melrose, TD6 9SU; 7pm. £10 at door. Serenade to Music Conducted by James Lowe - Walton, Haydn, Morten Laurisden

MONDAY, MAY 27 KIDS BAKING SESSIONS (UNTIL WED 29TH) Heatherslaw Cornmill, Ford & Etal, TD12 4TJ; Prebooking advisable 01890 820338

OPEN DOOR COMMUNITY CAFE

Selkirk Parish Church, Selkirk, TD7 4JX; 10:30am 2pm. 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month. Coffee menu served: 10.30am-12noon; lunch 12noon-1pm. All welcome

MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. Entry by donation. Souvenirs and rugby relics from all over the world. Videos reliving historical moments at Melrose. All welcome

POP-UP MARKET

Etal Village Hall, Ford & Etal, TD12 4TJ; 11am 3pm. Free Entry. Pop-up market with locally made crafts, beautiful artworks, gifts & more. Featuring St Abbs Market Traders 07970 697433

BUBBLE TRAINS

Heatherslaw Light Railway, Etal, TD12 4TJ; 11am. Free bubble pots for kids - See if you can disguise the train in a cloud of bubbles as you leave the station! 01890 820338

TUESDAY, MAY 28 POP-UP MARKET

Paxton House, Gallery and Country Park, Paxton, TD15 1SZ; 10am - 4pm. Pop-up market with locally made crafts, beautiful artworks, gifts & more. Featuring St Abbs Market Traders 07970 697433

WEEKLY GUIDED TOURS

Arniston House, Gorebridge, EH23 4RY; Enjoy a Guided Tour of Arniston House and discover the remarkable legacy of architecture, history and art. 2pm & 3.30pm www.arnistonhouse.com/

arniston-event

HAYFEVER HELL & HELP

Down to Earth Health, Selkirk, TD7 4LR; 8:30am 6pm. Itchy Skin & Eyes, Streaming/Congested Nose can ruin Spring & Summer. Remove Replace Repair Restore 01750 778704 / 07773 634884

AME AIKIDO CLUB

Gattonside Village Hall, Gattonside, TD6 9NJ; 7pm 8:30pm. Non competitive martial art for all ages and abilities 0798 673 6717/0778 076 3156

RAG BAG DANCING AT BAMBURGH

01896 822486

The Castle Inn, Bamburgh; 7:30pm. We dance some traditional Morris dances, although we are mainly developing our own ‘Scottish Borders’ style.

YOGA

SPECIAL FOLK CONCERT

Westruther Village Hall, Westruther, TD3 6NE; 6:15pm - 7:15pm. Suitable for all levels. Mats, blocks and blankets provided. 07960 566 556

Hector Christie & Chris Edwards perform their new CD of Violet Jacob songs www.hectorchrismusic.wordpress.com

St Boswells Village Hall, St Boswells, TD6 0AA; 7:30pm. £10 in advance; £11 on the night. Folk Duo Hector Christie & Chris Edwards play music from their critically acclaimed CD “Ghaists in the Air”.

Tickets: www.borderevents.com or call 01750 725480

Tuesday 28th May; 7.30pm St Boswells Village Hall

Tickets £10 from www.borderevents.com or Tel: 01750 725480 (£11 at the door)

www.borderevents.com

01750 725480

COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING FOR CHILDREN

Duns Primary School, Duns, TD11 3AG; £2 per class. Wednesdays during term time. P1–3 (4–7 yrs) 15.45 – 16.30. P4+ (8 yrs +) 16.15 – 17.15.

01890 830318

WEEKLY GUIDED TOURS

Arniston House, Gorebridge, EH23 4RY; See Tuesdays for details.

BUSINESS START UP: BOOK-KEEPING

Langlee Community Centre, Galashiels; 10am 1pm. This will equip you with an understanding of bookkeeping principles and shows why financial records are important 01835 818 315

STUDY EXERCISES IN DANCE AND MOVEMENT

YOGA

Chaplaincy Centre, Melrose, TD6 9BS; 6pm - 7pm. Suitable for all levels. Mats, blocks, etc provided. Please wear comfortable loose clothing

07960 566 556

SHAKESPEARE AT TRAQUAIR

Traquair House, Innerleithen, EH44 6PW; 7:30pm. A unique promenade production in the grounds of Traquair: Love’s Labour’s Lost. 01721 725777

THURSDAY, MAY 30 SHED POUNDS BOOST VITALITY JOIN NOW

Lbs and Ozs - Achieve Your Healthy Weight, Selkirk, TD7 4LR; 12:30pm - 1:15pm. Going to keep your weight? OR Choose Vitality, Inch-loss, Clarity & Balance? 01750 778 704 or 07773 634 884

TRIMONTIUM ROMAN GUIDED WALK

Ormiston Rooms, Corn Exchange, Melrose, TD6 9PN; 10:15am - 11:45am. £1.50/week with refreshments. A course of talks on dance history: the roots and progressions. 0743 2416 223

FRANK ‘N’ KNIGHTS GHOST & HISTORY TOURS

MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

Call to book: 07945 221 169

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. See Monday 27th for details.

01896 822486

Berwick Town Hall, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 1BN; 7pm. £10 Adults, £5 Under 16. Meet at Town Hall steps. Trained guides, children and dog friendly

LAUDERDALE COMMUNITY CHOIR

Lauder Public Hall, Lauder; 7:30pm - 9pm. If you love to sing please come and join this enthusiastic and friendly choir. 07733 448110

Allergy, Hayfever & Sinus?

Streaming or Congested Nose, Itchy Eyes, Skin Issues? Enjoy being outdoors again! Book your appointment today CALL ROSEMARY 01750 778 704 or VISIT downtoearthhealth.co.uk

01750 725480

www.borderevents.com

May Events

WEDNESDAY, MAY 29

If you or someone you know would like to use our services then

Please call 01896 754481 or email: ScottishBordersHub@ royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk Wheatlands Road, Galashiels TD1 2HQ

Where to go, things to do, places to see

The Royal Voluntary Service supports over 65s to get to their appointments/social functions/ shopping trips and days out

Retail and Coffee Shop Open Daily Guided Mill Tours Monday-Thursday: 10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm & 1.30pm Friday: 10am free parking & wiﬁ

Eastﬁeld Mills, Mansﬁeld Road, Hawick TD9 8AA Tel: 01450 360549

Seasonal colour at Dawyck rbge.org.uk/dawyck | Open daily 10am until 6pm

01750 725480

www.borderevents.com

May Events cont.

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING FOR FUN

Foulden Village Hall, Foulden; 7:30pm - 9:30pm. £3. Weekly classes. All welcome. 01289 386332

SHAKESPEARE AT TRAQUAIR

Traquair House, Innerleithen, EH44 6PW; 7:30pm. A unique promenade production in the grounds of Traquair: Love’s Labour’s Lost. 01721 725777

TRADITIONAL MUSIC SESSION

NUTTYS LITTLE SQUIRREL CLUB

Bowhill House and Country Estate, Selkirk, TD7 5ET; 1:30pm - 2:30pm. £3.50 per child. Join the Bowhill ranger for woodland fun and games for toddlers and little ones (under 6’s). 01750 22204

STEAK NIGHT

Restoration Yard, Dalkeith Country Park, Dalkeith, EH22 1ST; 6pm - 11pm. 0131 322 2575

Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8:30pm - 11pm. free. An open session of traditional Scottish and Celtic music and song. Listeners and performers welcome.

OPEN-AIR CINEMA

MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

Volunteer Hall, Galashiels, TD1 3JX; 7pm. £20 Mànran’s music has always defied easy labelling due to the eclectic mix of influences on the band.

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. See Monday 27th for details.

01896 822486

Thirlestane Castle, Lauder, TD2 6RU; 6:50pm. The Italian Job 1969 01578 722430

MUSIC: MÀNRAN

www.borderevents.com or call 01750 725480 SHAKESPEARE AT TRAQUAIR

FRIDAY, MAY 31 COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

Coldingham Priory , Coldingham, TD14 5PE; 2pm4pm. (Situated beside the Priory Gates) Sale of donated books raising funds for local projects.

ST ABBS FRIDAY MARKET

The Ebba Centre, St Abbs, TD14 5PL; 10am - 4pm. Indoor market selling locally made crafts, local produce, art, gifts and much more 07970 697433

Traquair House, Innerleithen, EH44 6PW; 7:30pm. See 30th for details. 01721 725777

SPECIAL FOLK CONCERT

The Hippodrome, Eyemouth, TD14 5HT; 7:30pm. See 28th for details. Tickets: 01890 750 099

KELSO FOLK AND LIVE MUSIC CLUB

Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8pm - 10:30pm. Acoustic traditional and contemporary music in a relaxing cabaret-style setting. 01573 228769

Tickets are available at the door or via our website at www.arnistonhouse.com/visiting

Envision the Possibilities of an Arniston Wedding

Arniston House Guided Tours Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 2 & 3:30pm

To schedule your wedding consultation visit our website at www.arnistonhouse.com

Visit Arniston for an intriguing, 90 minute tour and enjoy exquisite artworks, beautiful period furniture, stunning architecture and stucco work. Take a relaxing stroll in the grounds and discover this hidden gem just 11 miles from Edinburgh in the heart of Midlothian.

Arniston House, Arniston Estate

Gorebridge, Midlothian EH23 4RY www.borderevents.com 34

or call 01875830515

01750 725480

An eclectic mix of antique and quality decorative furnishings, lighting and architecture

Open 7 days 10am - 5pm Visit us at Garﬁeld Street, Hawick TD9 9HB

Call 079766 102404 or 07768 392326

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Have a blast at Scotland’s largest sporting shooting school. No prior experience necessary. Set in over 40 acres of beautiful Scottish Borders countryside, Bisley at Braidwood is home to fantastic clay shooting for all the family, the country’s 1st indoor 100m rifle range, air rifle range, and even virtual reality shooting simulator. Relax in the clubhouse and enjoy a delicious burger, curry or more from the award-winning café.

Fantastic Clay Shooting

Whether a complete beginner looking to try this exciting sport with expert instruction, or a seasoned pro who wants to play all day on the automated Pay & Play system, Bisley at Braidwood has everything you need. CLAY SHOOTING SCHOOL: Single, shared & group lessons. Gun hire, professional tuition, safety glasses, headwear, clays and cartridges all included in a novice lesson. PRIVATE & CORPORATE EVENTS: Birthdays, stags/hens, team building, client entertainment. 100m INDOOR RIFLE RANGE, AIR RIFLE & VIRTUAL REALITY RANGE FOR ALL

Young Shots Days & Ladies Days Midlem, Selkirk TD7 4QD www.bisleyshooting.co.uk

Where to go, things to do, places to see

BORDERS ANTIQUE AND INTERIOR DESIGN CENTRE

Zog Activity Trail at Kielder Water and Forest Park Begin your forest journey at Kielder Castle with Zog and his friends! Follow the trail markers through the woods to find familiar characters from the story, collect stars as you learn like Zog did at dragon school, and complete interesting challenges along the way. This family day out is even better with one of our Zog activity packs. Inside you’ll find a special lens which reveals hidden pictures along the trail, a booklet with fun activities, and a Zog mask to help make your day picture perfect. Pick up your activity pack for £3 from the Kielder Cycle Centre – opposite Kielder Castle.

Call 01434 250209 forestryengland.uk/kielder-castle www.borderevents.com 36Kielder

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Food & Drink

ASHKIRK

BERWICK-UPON-TWEED

THE SMIDDY, ASHKIRK RESTAURANT AND BAR Tel: 01750 32242

Meals served all day Saturday & Sunday Tues - Fri from 5pm; Thurs & Fri lunchtime

Eyemouth Haddock & Chips Special on Thursdays Roast Dinner served all day Sunday www.smiddyashkirkrestaurantandbar.co.uk

KELSO

Ancroft, Berwick-upon-Tweed Tel: 01289 387253 Open all year: Tuesday - Sunday Email: oxfordfarm@btconnect.com

Lunch Specials served 12 - 2.30pm OPEN ALL YEAR: TUESDAY - SUNDAY Traditional Sunday Lunch available Lunch specials served 12noon - 2pm Christmas Hampers ~ Large range of craft essentials Traditional lunch for card Sunday making and scrapavailable booking pick your own raspberries & strawberries at end of June

Ancroft, Berwick-upon-Tweed Tel: 01289 387253 www.oxfordfarmshop.co.uk

Tel: 01573 228 888 Golf Course Road Kelso TD5 7SL Plenty of free parking

OPEN Monday - Saturday 7am - 2pm Friday Night Takeaway 5pm - 8.30pm EARLY BIRD BREAKFAST DEALS DAILY LUNCH SPECIALS HOME BAKING COFFEE, TEA, COLD DRINKS FOOD TO GO

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Food & Drink

Lauder

LILLIESLEAF Open: Mon-Thurs 10.30am-4.30pm Friday & Saturday 10.30am-5pm Sunday: 11am-4pm

Light lunches ~ home made soups home baking ~ cakes to order Afternoon tea served on the last Sunday of the month ~ £14.50 pp

Family gatherings & special occasions Cosy Aga and log fires Locally sourced food served all day CARFRAEMILL, TD2 6RA | 01578 750750 WWW.CARFRAEMILL.CO.UK

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Lilliesleaf ~ Tel: 01835 870537 E: jammycoo@gmail.com

YETHOLM

Tempting menu using locally sourced ingredients Sunday roast ~ Well stocked bar with real ales 5 ensuite bedrooms ~ Function room

T:01573 420237 Kirk Yetholm TD5 8PQ www.borderhotel.co.uk

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Food & Drink

HAWICK

SELKIRK

Fillin’ Station Open Monday - Friday: 6.30am - 2.30pm

Daily specials, baked potatoes, soups, hot filled rolls and more

Outside and Inside Catering 01750 20466 or 07957 566248

3 Buccleuch Road, Selkirk

The County Hotel

Selkirk’s great place to meet, eat and sleep Coffee Lounge, Restaurants and Bar Open Monday – Friday: from 7.30am (Sat/Sun from 8.30am) Full Restaurant and Bar Menus of freshly cooked to order dishes using locally sourced produce from 12.00 daily. Chef’s Special dishes at weekends Home Made Burger and Pizza Nights are also on our calendar!

OPEN THROUGHOUT SELKIRK En COMMON RIDING WEEK! Comfortable, well-appointed Suite Bedrooms FullSuite menu plus sharing platter/buffet meal options Function with Private Bar available for Parties, Funeral Teas & for Ladies Night, Free Nicht Afore, Common Riding & Weekend Meetings. WiFi throughout and Free Parking Well behaved dogs, children and husbands welcome!

New selection of beers, ciders, wines EARLY BOOKING MOTHER’S DAY ADVISED and spiritsFOR with new prices!!

3 – 5 High Street, Selkirk, TD7 4BZ www.countyselkirk.com

Tel: 01750 705000 admin@bluethistle.net

Quins ~ of Galashiels

BAR RESTAURANT COFFEE HOUSE PRIVATE FUNCTION ROOM

“ where a warm welcome awaits ”

Quality fresh food served every day and every night Bookings for Father’s Day ~ 16th June and Braw Lads Day ~ 29th June now being taken Charity quiz on the ﬁrst Friday of the month at 8pm £10 a team, supper included Tel: 01896 757004 E: info@quinsofgalashiels.co.uk 23 Market Street, Galashiels TD1 3AD

Visit: www.maiecurie.org.uk/teaparty or contact maureen Stevenson on 07917 558654 01750 725480

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GALASHIELS

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Various Bowhill Events throughout the year - check diary pages 4th May: MUSIC Diyet & The Love Soldiers, Spittal 5th May: MUSIC Entertainment after Earlston Sevens 7th May: COOKERY DEMONSTRATION The Batch Lady, St Boswells 10th May: MUSIC The Sorries, Yetholm 12th May: COMEDY Carl Hutchison, Galashiels 14th May: NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE SCREENING All My Sons, Yetholm 17th May: MUSIC Police/Sting Show, Selkirk 18th May: MUSIC Karine Polwart, Kelso 24th/25th May: FASHION SHOW Heriot Watt University Degree & Fashion Show, Gala 24th May: MUSIC Elephant Sessions, Galashiels 28th May: MUSIC Folk Duo - Hector Christie & Chris Edwards, St Boswells 31st May: MUSIC Manran, Galashiels 1st /2nd June: CHILDRENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SHOW Funbox, Galashiels & Hawick 2ndJune: CAR SHOW BVAC, Lauder 8th June: WALK with St Cuthbert, Oxton to Melrose 8thJune: MUSIC Tina Turner Tribute, Kelso 8thJune: MUSIC Tide Lines, Kelso 21stJune: THEATRE The Bench, Hawick 27thJune: NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE SCREENING The Small Island, Yetholm 10thJuly: OUTDOOR THEATRE Much Ado About Nothing, Duns 11thJuly: OUTDOOR THEATRE Gangsta Granny, Melrose 21stJuly: OUTDOOR THEATRE The Tempest, Lauder 42 Visit www.borderevents.com (box office tab) for full details & future events or Tel: 01750 725480

ART EXHIBITION - TURNER’S NORHAM:A CONTEMPORARY VIEW

Norham Village Hall Art works for sale. (Cheques or cash only) Exhibition of Prints and Paintings of Norham Showings of Sky Arts: ‘Tate Britain’s Great British Walks; Turner into the View Walk’ 26 May–3 June, 10am–4pm.

ART EXHIBITION OF ARTWORKS BY YOUNG CHILDREN PAINTING IN THE STYLE OF TURNER Norham Church 25 May–3 June daily, 7am–7pm except during services.

GALASHIELS STUDIO CLUB: EXHIBITION

TOUR OF THE PRINTWORKS

WEEKLY GUIDED TOURS

Arniston House, Gorebridge, EH23 4RY; Enjoy a Guided Tour of Arniston House and discover the remarkable legacy of architecture, history and art. 2pm & 3.30pm For tickets visit

www.arnistonhouse.com/arniston-event GUIDED MILL TOURS

Johnstons of Elgin, Hawick TD9 8AA; Every hour Monday-Thursday 10.30am-1.30pm; Friday 10am.

01450 360549

ROMAN EXHIBITION

JEDBURGH CRAFTY ACTIVITIES

Crafty Workshops (All Awards building), Jedburgh, TD8 6DU; 10:30am - 5:30pm. From £5 - £15. Open daily - Just come along no booking required, learn new skills while having fun! Tel: 01835 862719

THE QUEEN’S CAPTAIN EXHIBITION

Traquair House, Innerleithen, EH44 6PW; 11am - 5pm. Daily until 30th June. A celebration of the family’s close connection with Mary Queen of Scots and their loyalty to the Stuart monarchy

01896 830323

SATURDAY, JUNE 1 COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

Coldingham Priory , Coldingham, TD14 5PE; Saturday (11am-3pm). (Situated beside the Priory Gates) Sale of donated books raising funds for local projects. All welcome to browse!

COLDSTREAM BEER FESTIVAL

Coldstream Community Centre, Coldstream, TD12 4AP; 2pm-10pm. Coldstream’s Beer Festival returns serving a great range of beers. Other drinks will be available. BBQ in garden 01890 883332

DANDIE DINMONT DERBY

The Haining, Selkirk, TD7 5AA; All welcome Call for more details. 07712 579852

NATURE EXHIBITION

Dawyck Botanic Garden, Stobo, EH45 9JU; 10am 5pm. A selection of specially-commissioned unique watercolour paintings of plants from the Woods and Forests of Chile 01721 760254

SCOTTISH RHODODENDRON FESTIVAL

Dawyck Botanic Garden, Stobo, EH45 9JU; 10am - 5pm. Garden admission. Until 31st May. Enjoy a walk around Dawyck’s unique and valuable rhododendron collection 01721 760254

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Great range of beers and other drinks Saturday 1st June 2pm - 10pm Children are welcome when accompanied by an adult BBQ in the garden Community Centre, High Street

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June Events

EARLY MORNING BIRD WALK

Dawyck Botanic Garden, Stobo, EH45 9JU; 7am - 8:30am. Come & discover how many species of birds can be found at Dawyck. Bring binoculars!

01721 760254

GAELIC SINGING WORKSHOP

Heiton Village Hall, Heiton; 9:30am - 12:30pm. £5. Come-and-try workshop for complete beginners and more experienced singers. No need to speak Gaelic or read music. 0799 084 2256

POP-UP MARKET

The Barn at Beal, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 2PB; 10am - 2:30pm. Free Entry. Pop-up market with locally made crafts, beautiful artworks, gifts & more. Featuring St Abbs Market Traders 07970 697433

HEALING SUPPORT GROUP

ONE ACCHORD LADIES A CAPELLA CHORUS

Newtown Community Hall, Newtown St Boswells, TD6 0QX; 1pm - 4pm. Free for four weeks. Come along and try our four part harmony no auditions and meet new friends, all welcome. 0771 069 9619

GARDEN FETE

Pallinsburn House, Ford, TD12 4SG; 2pm - 4pm. Stalls, games, afternoon tea, auction, dog show. In aid of St Paul’s Church Branxton & the Great North Air Ambulance 0777 900 1135

THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY SANCTUARY

The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm. Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift shop 01835 823468

FUNBOX PRESENTS PIRATE PARTY

Volunteer Hall, Galashiels, TD1 3JX; 2pm. £12; family of four £42. FUNBOX , formerly the stars of the Singing kettle will be performing. Join in the fun and come dressed as a pirate! Tickets:

www.borderevents.com or call 01750 725480 FILM: MR TURNER

St Cuthbert’s Church, Norham, TD15 2LF; 6:30pm - 9:30pm. A free showing of Mike Leigh’s Oscar nominated film, starring Timothy Spall. All welcome

0774 513 0987

BEST IN THE BURGH QUIZ NIGHT

Lauderdale Hotel, Lauder, TD2 6TW; 7pm - 10pm. £20. Compete for the best in the burgh - teams of 4, Organised by Lauderdale Rotary Call for tickets:

07703 305 257

FRANK ‘N’ KNIGHTS GHOST & HISTORY TOURS

Berwick Town Hall, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 1BN; 7pm. £10 Adults, £5 Under 16. Meet at Town Hall steps. Trained guides, children and dog friendly

Call to book: 07945 221 169

BACK TO THE 80S PARTY AND DISCO

Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 7:30pm. £4. Dance the night away & enjoy a blast from the past with our fantastic 80s party and disco. 80s fancy dress encouraged! 01573 223303

SHAKESPEARE AT TRAQUAIR

Traquair House, Innerleithen, EH44 6PW; 7:30pm. A unique promenade production in the grounds of Traquair: Love’s Labour’s Lost. 01721 725777

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June Events

OPEN WINDOWS - JEDBURGH

Saturday 1st June to Saturday 29th June Various Shops, Jedburgh Town Centre For the month of June, Jedburgh will become a gallery to display works of art by local artists in shop windows throughout the town centre. Some of the artworks will be for sale whilst others will be displayed for pleasure. All will be unique! Pick up the Open Windows map showing locations of the artworks and details of the artists from the Talking Shops exhibition and participating shops and businesses.

A HISTORY OF SCOTTISH SHOPFRONTS

TALKING SHOPS EXHIBITION

Sunday 2nd June to Saturday 29th June, 2 Canongate, Jedburgh Tuesday to Saturday - 10am to 4pm, Sunday 11am to 4pm, Monday – CLOSED An exhibition celebrating the development and variety of Scottish Shopfronts through the years. From simple, small scale, individual traders through to elaborate multi-departmental stores, our towns, villages and cities display timelines of retail architecture telling a story of trade, innovation and creativity through the applied styles and materials. Part of Jedburgh CARS Heritage Education programme. Free

SPLINTERS PRODUCTIONS: GET A LIFE

Bowhill Theatre, Selkirk, TD7 5ET; 7:30pm. Tickets £12 / £10 under 16s. A series of weird & wonderful sketches in which theatre, satire & parody combine.

Tickets: www.borderevents.com or call 01750 725480

SUNDAY, JUNE 2 SPRING BRING AND BUY PLANT SALE

Dawyck Botanic Garden, Stobo, EH45 9JU; 10am 3pm. Free entry. All welcome 01721 760254

ARCHERY AT BOWHILL

Bowhill House and Country Estate, Selkirk, TD7 5ET; 11am - 3pm. From £3. Come along and try archery with Barons Folly Archers. Suitable for ages 6+. 01750 22204

BVAC CLASSIC - FESTIVAL OF MOTORING

Thirlestane Castle, Lauder, TD2 6RU; 11am.Book in advance & save money! Celebrating 60 years of the Mini. Veteran, Vintage & Classic Cars, Motorcycles, Commercial, Agricultural & much more! Tickets:

An exhibition exploring the history and architecture of Scotland’s traditional shopfronts.

SUNDAY 2nd JUNE to SATURDAY 29th JUNE Exhibition Opening Times: Tuesday to Saturday - 10am to 4pm, Sunday - 11am to 4pm, Monday – CLOSED

2 CANONGATE, JEDBURGH

Admission - FREE As part of the exhibition, the town will also become a gallery for the month of June.

OPEN WINDOWS - JEDBURGH will display works of art by local artists in shop windows throughout the town centre. Some of the artworks will be for sale whilst others will be displayed for pleasure.

ALL WILL BE UNIQUE! Pick up the OPEN WINDOWS - JEDBURGH map showing locations of the artworks and details of the artists from participating shops or from the TALKING SHOPS exhibition. For more information please contact: JedCARS@scotborders.gov.uk

www.borderevents.com or call 01750 725480

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THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY SANCTUARY

OLD MELROSE MONASTIC WALK

The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm. Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift shop 01835 823468

JAMES HOGG EXHIBITION

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(until 29th September) Ettrick School, Selkirk, TD7 5JA; 2pm - 5pm. Open Wednesdays, Fridays & Sundays: 2pm - 5pm. Celebrating the life & works of the celebrated Scottish writer James Hogg ‘The Ettrick Shepherd’.

Westruther Village Hall, Westruther, TD3 6NE; 6:15pm - 7:15pm. Suitable for all levels. Mats, blocks and blankets provided. Please wear comfortable loose clothing 07960 566 556

01750 62259 or E: ettrickholidays@me.com FUNBOX PRESENTS PIRATE PARTY

Hawick Town Hall, Hawick, TD9 9EF; 2pm. £12; family of four £42. FUNBOX , formerly the stars of the Singing kettle will be performing. Join in the fun and come dressed as a pirate! Tickets:

www.borderevents.com or call 01750 725480

MONDAY, JUNE 3 MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. Entry by donation. Souvenirs and rugby relics from all over the world. Videos reliving historical moments at Melrose. All welcome

01896 822486

TUESDAY, JUNE 4 POP-UP MARKET

Paxton House, Gallery and Country Park, Paxton, TD15 1SZ; 10am - 4pm. Pop-up market with locally made crafts, beautiful artworks, gifts & more. Featuring St Abbs Market Traders 07970 697433

WEEKLY GUIDED TOURS

Arniston House, Gorebridge, EH23 4RY; Enjoy a Guided Tour of Arniston House and discover the remarkable legacy of architecture, history and art. 2pm & 3.30pm For tickets visit www.

arnistonhouse.com/arniston-event

SANDERSON’S HERBAL WORKSHOP

Paxton House, Gallery and Country Park, Paxton, TD15 1SZ; 10am - 1pm. £30. Scent-sational Workshop 07821 784 265

AME AIKIDO CLUB

Gattonside Village Hall, Gattonside, TD6 9NJ; 7pm - 8:30pm. New members welcome, non competitive martial art for all ages and abilities

0798 673 6717/0778 076 3156

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5 COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING FOR CHILDREN

Duns Primary School, Duns, TD11 3AG; £2 per class. Wednesdays during term time. P1–3 (4–7 yrs) 15.45 – 16.30. P4+ (8 yrs +) 16.15 – 17.15.

01890 830318

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Arniston House, Gorebridge, EH23 4RY; See Tuesday 4th June for details

FORGET ME NOT CAFE

Southfield Community Centre, Duns, TD11 3EL; 10am - 12pm. A place for people living with dementia and their carers to get together for a cuppa and a chat. All welcome 01573 400324

BUSINESS START UP: BUSINESS PLANNING Council Buildings, Peebles, EH45 8HH; 10am 1pm. It is essential to have a realistic, working business plan when you’re starting up a business

01835 818 315

STUDY EXERCISES IN DANCE AND MOVEMENT

Ormiston Rooms, Corn Exchange, Melrose, TD6 9PN; 10:15am - 11:45am. £1.50/week with refreshments. A course of talks on dance history: the roots and progressions. All welcome.

0743 2416 223

MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. Entry by donation. Souvenirs and rugby relics from all over the world. Videos reliving historical moments at Melrose. All welcome

01896 822486 YOGA

Chaplaincy Centre, Melrose, TD6 9BS; 6pm - 7pm. Suitable for all levels. Mats, blocks, etc provided. Please wear comfortable loose clothing

07960 566 556

ONE ACCHORD LADIES A CAPELLA CHORUS

Newtown Community Hall, Newtown St Boswells, TD6 0QX; 7:30pm - 9pm. Free for four weeks. Come along and try our four part harmony no auditions and meet new friends, all welcome.

0771 069 9619

SHED POUNDS BOOST VITALITY JOIN NOW

Lbs and Ozs - Achieve Your Healthy Weight, Selkirk, TD7 4LR; 12:30pm - 1:15pm. Another Summer Ahead! Going to keep your weight? OR Choose Vitality, Inch-loss, Clarity & Balance?

01750 778 704 or 07773 634 884

TRIMONTIUM ROMAN GUIDED WALK

FRANK ‘N’ KNIGHTS GHOST & HISTORY TOURS

Berwick Town Hall, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 1BN; 7pm. £10 Adults, £5 Under 16. Meet at Town Hall steps. Trained guides, children and dog friendly

Call to book: 07945 221 169

LAUDERDALE COMMUNITY CHOIR

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING FOR FUN

Foulden Village Hall, Foulden; 7:30pm - 9:30pm. £3. Weekly classes. All welcome. 01289 386332

SHAKESPEARE AT TRAQUAIR

Traquair House, Innerleithen, EH44 6PW; 7:30pm. A unique promenade production in the grounds of Traquair: Love’s Labour’s Lost 01721 725777

TRADITIONAL MUSIC SESSION

Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8:30pm - 11pm. free. An open session of traditional Scottish and Celtic music and song. Listeners and performers welcome.

SHAKESPEARE AT TRAQUAIR

Traquair House, Innerleithen, EH44 6PW; 7:30pm. A unique promenade production in the grounds of Traquair: Love’s Labour’s Lost 01721 725777

THURSDAY, JUNE 6 DIGITALBOOST: FACEBOOK FOR BUSINESS Borders College , Galashiels, TD1 3HE; 10am - 1pm. For those who want to deepen their understanding of how Facebook can be used to engage with their audience 01835 818 315

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June Events

FRIDAY, JUNE 7

NUTTYS LITTLE SQUIRREL CLUB

COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

Coldingham Priory , Coldingham, TD14 5PE; 2pm4pm.(Situated beside the Priory Gates) Sale of donated books raising funds for local projects. All welcome to browse!

TRANSCEND BIKE FESTIVAL

(Friday-Sunday) Transcend Farm, Innerleithen, EH44 6PA; Weekend festival ticket £10, under 16s free. The new festival of bikes, beers, bants and gid times. Camping, family events, live music, demos and much more!

www.tweedlove.com/transcend ST ABBS FRIDAY MARKET

The Ebba Centre, St Abbs, TD14 5PL; 10am - 4pm. Free Entry. Indoor market selling locally made crafts, local produce, art, gifts and much more

07970 697433

MIKE WHELLANS AT STRING JAM CLUB

The County Hotel Selkirk, Selkirk, TD7 4BZ; 7:30pm - 11pm. £12. One-man blues powerhouse, the most dynamic one-man blues band around the Forth delta. Unmissable. 07930 872033

SHAKESPEARE AT TRAQUAIR

Traquair House, Innerleithen, EH44 6PW; 7:30pm. A unique promenade production in the grounds of Traquair: Love’s Labour’s Lost 01721 725777

KELSO FOLK AND LIVE MUSIC CLUB

Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8pm - 10:30pm. Acoustic traditional and contemporary music in a relaxing cabaret-style setting. All welcome.

01573 228769

MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. See Wednesday 5th for details. All welcome 01896 822486

CHARITY QUIZ NIGHT

Quins Restaurant, Galashiels, TD1 3AD; 8pm. £10/ team includes supper. 01896 757004

BORDERS BLUES CLUB

Vale of Leithen Social Club, Innerleithen, EH44 6JL; 8pm - 11:59pm. £5. Keeping the Blues alive. Two great bands one great price. First Friday of the month. 07708 439390

Organised by Channelkirk & Lauder Church, supported by Oxton & Channelkirk Community Council and SSE

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Early Bird Registration - before 20th May £15 adults, £5 child, £30 family Register with borderevents online at www.borderevents.com or call 01750 725480

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Darnick Village Hall, Melrose, TD6 9AH; 8pm. Collection and raffle. Singers and musicians welcome! BYOB. Doors open 7.30pm

THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY SANCTUARY

07986 644661

The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm. Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift shop 01835 823468

SATURDAY, JUNE 8

FRANK ‘N’ KNIGHTS GHOST & HISTORY TOURS

COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

WALK WITH ST CUTHBERT: 17 MILES

Channelkirk Church, Oxton, TD2 6PT; Early Bird charge: Adults £15, Children (U16) £5, Family (4) £30. Oxton-Melrose. Coach transport to/from Melrose. Tickets: www.borderevents.com or

call 01750 725480

POP-UP MARKET

The Barn at Beal, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 2PB; 10am - 2:30pm. Free Entry. Pop-up market with locally made crafts, beautiful artworks, gifts & more. Featuring St Abbs Market Traders

07970 697433

Berwick Town Hall, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 1BN; 7pm. £10 Adults, £5 Under 16. Meet at Town Hall steps. Trained guides, children and dog friendly

Call to book: 07945 221 169 TINA TURNER TRIBUTE

Abbey Row Community Centre, Kelso, TD5 7BJ; 7pm. £22. Laurels Entertainment Ltd Presents ‘Kinisha’, Simply the Best - Tribute to Tina Turner

Tickets: www.borderevents.com or call 01750 725480 SCOTTISH CHAMBER ORCHESTRA

Volunteer Hall, Galashiels. (Also Stranraer 6th; Annan 7th) 7:30pm. Come and hear Mozart’s magical Clarinet Concerto alongside Beethoven’s exhilarating Fourth Symphony performed by the Scottish Chamber Orchestra.

Tickets: www.sco.org.uk or 0131 557 6800 SHAKESPEARE AT TRAQUAIR

GRANTSHOUSE ART GROUPS ANNUAL EXHIBITION

Reston Village Hall, Reston, TD14 5JW; 10am 6pm. By Donation. An exhibition of recent work by Grantshouse Art Groups. Original art for sale, light refreshments. 01890 761632

INTRODUCTION TO WEAVING

ReTweed, Eyemouth, TD14 5ET; 10:30am 3:30pm. £35. A basic introduction to the art of weaving led by Marianne King. 0773 201 4893

COLDINGHAM BEACH CLEAN

10:30am. Donations Accepted . Meet at cafe. Join St. Abbs & Eyemouth VMR Marine Ranger for a morning beach clean, and help clean up our coastline. 01890 752509

Traquair House, Innerleithen, EH44 6PW; 7:30pm. A unique promenade production in the grounds of Traquair: Love’s Labour’s Lost 01721 725777

BEYOND PRESENTS: TIDE LINES

Tait Hall, Kelso, TD5 7BS; 8pm. £15 + bf (standing gig). Tide Lines perform a host of original songs and some dynamic bagpipe sets. Not to be missed!

Tickets: www.borderevents.com or call 01750 725480

Always check that events are still on before embarking on a long journey

SCOTTISH CHAMBER ORCHESTRA

IN GALASHIELS

SATURDAY 8 JUNE, 7.30PM, GALASHIELS VOLUNTEER HALL

TICKETS FROM SCO.ORG.UK 01750 725480

www.borderevents.com

June Events

ROLLING HILLS FOLK CLUB

June Events

SUNDAY, JUNE 9

YOGA

“THE BAMBURGH RUN” - VINTAGE MOTORCYCLES

Westruther Village Hall, Westruther, TD3 6NE; 6:15pm - 7:15pm. Suitable for all levels. Mats, blocks and blankets provided. Please wear comfortable loose clothing 07960 566 556

01890 820338

TUESDAY, JUNE 11

Etal Show Field, Etal, TD12 4TN; The bikes make for a spectacular sight and sound - and kindle nostalgia and excitement amongst vintage fans!

SHOW SUNDAY

The Haining, Selkirk, TD7 5AA; Show Sunday hosted by Selkirk Silver Band 07712 579852

YETHOLM FESTIVAL WEEK

9am - 10:30pm. Until 15 June. Programmes on sale from Village Shop from Monday 5th May for full list of events 01573 420231

SPITTAL GALA JUNIOR 5-A-SIDES FOOTBALL

Spittal 1st School Playing Field, Spittal, TD15 1RD; 9am. £9 per team. Annual junior football competition for 9 to 15 year olds. Each team to have a max of 6 players. 01289 306245

GRANTSHOUSE ART GROUPS ANNUAL EXHIBITION

Reston Village Hall, Reston, TD14 5JW; 10am 6pm. By Donation. An exhibition of recent work by Grantshouse Art Groups. Original art for sale, light refreshments. 01890 761632

THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY SANCTUARY

The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm. Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift shop 01835 823468

POP-UP MARKET

Paxton House, Gallery and Country Park, Paxton, TD15 1SZ; 10am - 4pm. Pop-up market with locally made crafts, beautiful artworks, gifts & more. Featuring St Abbs Market Traders 07970 697433

WEEKLY GUIDED TOURS

Arniston House, Gorebridge, EH23 4RY; See Tuesday 4th June for details

FOOD INTOLERANCE TEST-TIRED/WINDY/ MOODY?

Down to Earth Health, Selkirk, TD7 4LR; 8:30am 6pm. Foggy Brained, Joint Pain? To Increase clarity, energy, digestion, & feel better - get in touch to book your session. 01750 778 704 / 07773 634 884

AME AIKIDO CLUB

Gattonside Village Hall, Gattonside, TD6 9NJ; 7pm - 8:30pm. New members welcome, non competitive martial art for all ages and abilities

0798 673 6717/0778 076 3156

RAG BAG DANCING AT ETAL

The Black Bull, Etal, TD12 4TL; 7:30pm. We dance some traditional Morris dances, although we are mainly developing our own ‘Scottish Borders’ style.

01890 818073

MONDAY, JUNE 10

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12

OPEN DOOR COMMUNITY CAFE

COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

Selkirk Parish Church, Selkirk, TD7 4JX; 10:30am 2pm. 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month. Coffee menu served: 10.30am-12noon; lunch 12noon-1pm. All welcome

MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. Entry by donation. Souvenirs and rugby relics from all over the world. 01896 822486

QUIZ NIGHT

The Black Bull, Etal, TD12 4TL; 7:30pm. £2 per person/team of 4. All welcome! £20 voucher to winning team 01890 820200

www.borderevents.com

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING FOR CHILDREN

Duns Primary School, Duns, TD11 3AG; £2 per class. Wednesdays during term time. P1–3 (4–7 yrs) 15.45 – 16.30. P4+ (8 yrs +) 16.15 – 17.15.

01890 830318

01750 725480

Arniston House, Gorebridge, EH23 4RY; See Tuesday 4th June for details

BUSINESS START UP: MARKETING

Council Buildings, Peebles, EH45 8HH; 10am 1pm. This workshop aims to help you identify your customers, understand competitors and plan an effective marketing strategy 01835 818 315

STUDY EXERCISES IN DANCE AND MOVEMENT

SCOTTISH WILDLIFE TRUST (DUNS)

7pm - 9pm. Evening walk in Dundock Wood (Grid Ref NT819398). Meet at car park off A697. Adults only please. Stout footwear. 01289 308515

SOUTER QUILTERS

Argus Centre, Selkirk, TD7 4EP; 7pm - 9pm. Annual membership £30, visitors £5. This is a sewing night, where members can bring along their own projects.

01750 21632

Ormiston Rooms, Corn Exchange, Melrose, TD6 9PN; 10:15am - 11:45am. £1.50/week with refreshments. A course of talks on dance history: the roots and progressions. All welcome.

THURSDAY, JUNE 13

MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

Harmony Garden, Melrose, TD6 9LJ; Talks, discussions, food & drink, live music, comedy and more for all the family Box Office: 0131 473 2000

0743 2416 223

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. Entry by donation. Souvenirs and rugby relics from all over the world. Videos reliving historical moments at Melrose. All welcome

01896 822486 YOGA

Chaplaincy Centre, Melrose, TD6 9BS; 6pm - 7pm. Suitable for all levels. Mats, blocks, etc provided.

BORDERS BOOK FESTIVAL

or www.bordersbookfestival.org

SHED POUNDS BOOST VITALITY JOIN NOW

Lbs and Ozs - Achieve Your Healthy Weight, Selkirk, TD7 4LR; 12:30pm - 1:15pm. Going to keep your weight? OR Choose Vitality, Inch-loss, Clarity & Balance? 01750 778 704 or 07773 634 884

07960 566 556

FEATURING

Susan Calman, David Coulthard Ruth Davidson. Kate Humble Alexei Sayle, Alan Titchmarsh AND A WHOLE LOT MORE...

01750 725480

www.borderevents.com

June Events

WEEKLY GUIDED TOURS

June Events

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING FOR FUN

Foulden Village Hall, Foulden; 7:30pm - 9:30pm. £3. Weekly classes. All welcome. 01289 386332

TRIMONTIUM ROMAN GUIDED WALK

TRADITIONAL MUSIC SESSION

Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8:30pm - 11pm. free. An open session of traditional Scottish and Celtic music and song. Listeners and performers welcome.

Three Hills Heritage Centre, Melrose, TD6 9PN; 1:30pm - 5:30pm. See 6th June for details

01896 822651

FRANK ‘N’ KNIGHTS GHOST & HISTORY TOURS

Berwick Town Hall, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 1BN; 7pm. £10 Adults, £5 Under 16. Meet at Town Hall steps. Trained guides, children and dog friendly

FRIDAY, JUNE 14 BORDERS BOOK FESTIVAL

Harmony Garden, Melrose, TD6 9LJ; Talks, discussions, food & drink, live music, comedy and more for all the family Box Office: 0131 473 2000

Call to book: 07945 221 169

or www.bordersbookfestival.org

LAUDERDALE COMMUNITY CHOIR

ST ABBS FRIDAY MARKET

FLOW: THE PATH TO NATURAL HEALTH

COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

Lauder Public Hall, Lauder; 7:30pm - 9pm. If you love to sing please come and join this enthusiastic and friendly choir. 07733 448110 The Healthy Life Centre, Edinburgh, EH3 9AL; 6:30pm - 8pm. Talk & Demo: Boost Concentration, Energy Zip-Up, Stress Release & Food Intolerance testing using Systematic Kinesiology.

07773 634 884

ST. ABBS MARKET

The Ebba Centre, St Abbs, TD14 5PL; 10am - 4pm. Free Entry. Indoor market selling locally made crafts, local produce, art, gifts 07970 697433

Coldingham Priory , Coldingham, TD14 5PE; 2pm4pm (Situated beside the Priory Gates)

MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. Entry by donation. Souvenirs and rugby relics from all over the world. Videos reliving historical moments at Melrose. All welcome

01896 822486

NUTTYS LITTLE SQUIRREL CLUB

at the Ebba Centre, Brierylaw, St Abbs, TD14 5PH

Bowhill House and Country Estate, Selkirk, TD7 5ET; 1:30pm - 2:30pm. £3.50 per child. Join the Bowhill ranger for woodland fun and games for toddlers and little ones (under 6’s). 01750 22204

EVERY FRIDAY April - December 2019

KELSO FOLK AND LIVE MUSIC CLUB

Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8pm - 10:30pm. Acoustic traditional and contemporary music in a relaxing cabaret-style setting. All welcome.

01573 228769

SATURDAY, JUNE 15 BORDERS BOOK FESTIVAL LOCAL ARTS, CRAFTS, GIFTS, PRODUCE & MUCH MORE

Cosy Café

MARKET - Opening times April - September 10am - 4pm October - December 10am - 3pm www.st-abbs-market.com Follow us on Facebook @marketatStAbbs

www.borderevents.com

Harmony Garden, Melrose, TD6 9LJ; Talks, discussions, food & drink, live music, comedy and more for all the family Box Office: 0131 473 2000

or www.bordersbookfestival.org

COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

Coldingham Priory , Coldingham, TD14 5PE; 11am3pm. (Situated beside the Priory Gates) Sale of donated books raising funds for local projects. All welcome to browse!

01750 725480

The Barn at Beal, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 2PB; 10am - 2:30pm. Free Entry. Pop-up market with locally made crafts, beautiful artworks, gifts & more. Featuring St Abbs Market Traders 07970 697433

LINKIM BEACH CLEAN

10:30am. Donations Accepted . Join the VMR’s Marine Ranger for a mornings beach clean on Linkim shore, for a rewarding start to your weekend.

01890 752509

ONE ACCHORD LADIES A CAPELLA CHORUS

Newtown Community Hall, Newtown St Boswells, TD6 0QX; 1pm - 4pm. Free for four weeks. Come along and try our four part harmony no auditions and meet new friends, all welcome. 0771 069 9619

SENSORY TOUR OF THE GARDEN

Dawyck Botanic Garden, Stobo, EH45 9JU; 1:30pm. Garden admission. Bespoke guided garden walk for visually impaired visitors, but open to everyone. Learn about garden’s history & plants

01721 760254

THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY SANCTUARY

The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm. Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift shop 01835 823468

ANDANTE CHAMBER CHOIR SUMMER CONCERT

St Cuthbert’s Church, Norham, TD15 2LF; 7pm. By donation. A mixed programme of a-capella singing from the ever popular Andante 0774 513 0987

FRANK ‘N’ KNIGHTS GHOST & HISTORY TOURS

Berwick Town Hall, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 1BN; 7pm. £10 Adults, £5 Under 16. Meet at Town Hall steps. Trained guides, children and dog friendly

Call to book: 07945 221 169

ETAL LIVE MUSIC - BROOKS WILLIAMS

Etal Village Hall, Ford & Etal, TD12 4TJ; 8pm. £12. At the crossroads of blues and American roots music you’ll find Brooks Williams. 01890 820566

SUNDAY, JUNE 16 BORDERS BOOK FESTIVAL

Harmony Garden, Melrose, TD6 9LJ; Talks, discussions, food & drink, live music, comedy and more for all the family Box Office: 0131 473 2000

or www.bordersbookfestival.org STICHILL 10K RUN

Stichill Village Hall, Stichill, TD5 7TD ; 10:30am. £10 in advance via www.entrycentral.com; £12 on the day . For 16yrs + . All finishers will receive a goody bag including a souvenir medal.

THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY SANCTUARY

The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm. Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift shop 01835 823468

CAR TREASURE HUNT AND SUPPER

£10 pp. Car of four; price includes pie and chips plus pudding. Call to book 01750 32242

MONDAY, JUNE 17 MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. Entry by donation. Souvenirs and rugby relics from all over the world. Videos reliving historical moments at Melrose. All welcome

01896 822486

JUNE MEETING OF THE THREE BRETHREN U3A Gala Rugby Club, Galashiels, TD1 3HE; 2pm. Kenneth Mclean will talk about the Jim Clark Museum in Duns. New members welcome. See u3asites.org.uk/three-brethren 01896 823493

YOGA

Westruther Village Hall, Westruther, TD3 6NE; 6:15pm - 7:15pm. Suitable for all levels. Mats, blocks and blankets provided. Please wear comfortable loose clothing 07960 566 556

LOWICK-FEST

Lowick Football Pitch. 11am-11pm. Adults £10, 15yr - 17yr £5, Under 15yrs free. Live music and children’s fun. Tickets: Lowick Village Store, Blades Hairdressers, Church St, Berwick

01750 725480

www.borderevents.com

June Events

POP-UP MARKET

June Events

TUESDAY, JUNE 18 POP-UP MARKET

Paxton House, Gallery and Country Park, Paxton, TD15 1SZ; 10am - 4pm. Pop-up market with locally made crafts, beautiful artworks, gifts & more. Featuring St Abbs Market Traders 07970 697433

SANDERSON’S HERBAL WORKSHOP

Paxton House, Gallery and Country Park, Paxton, TD15 1SZ; £45. The art of drying, pressing and mounting flowers and leaves 07821 784 265

WEEKLY GUIDED TOURS

Arniston House, Gorebridge, EH23 4RY; See Tuesday 4th June for details

HOT STONE FUSION: INDULGE YOURSELF

Down to Earth Health, Selkirk, TD7 4LR; 8:30am 6pm. Winter Wonder Warming! Hot Stone Fusion, the Ultimate for heat & massage, deep, slow, rhythmic unwinding.

01750 778 704 / 07773 634 884

BUSINESS START UP: FINANCE

Council Buildings, Peebles, EH45 8HH; 10am 1pm. Good financial management is essential for running a successful business. This workshop will help you understand how. 01835 818 315

STUDY EXERCISES IN DANCE AND MOVEMENT

Ormiston Rooms, Corn Exchange, Melrose, TD6 9PN; 10:15am - 11:45am. £1.50/week with refreshments. A course of talks on dance history: the roots and progressions. All welcome.

0743 2416 223

MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. Entry by donation. Souvenirs and rugby relics from all over the world. Videos reliving historical moments at Melrose. All welcome

01896 822486 YOGA

AME AIKIDO CLUB

Chaplaincy Centre, Melrose, TD6 9BS; 6pm - 7pm. Suitable for all levels. Mats, blocks, etc provided. Please wear comfortable loose clothing

0798 673 6717/0778 076 3156

ONE ACCHORD LADIES A CAPELLA CHORUS

Gattonside Village Hall, Gattonside, TD6 9NJ; 7pm - 8:30pm. New members welcome, non competitive martial art for all ages and abilities

RAG BAG DANCING AT WOOLER

Wooler Town Centre, Wooler, NE71 6BL; 7:30pm. We dance some traditional Morris dances, although we are mainly developing our own ‘Scottish Borders’ style 01890 818073

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19 COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING FOR CHILDREN

Duns Primary School, Duns, TD11 3AG; £2 per class. Wednesdays during term time. P1–3 (4–7 yrs) 15.45 – 16.30. P4+ (8 yrs +) 16.15 – 17.15.

01890 830318

WEEKLY GUIDED TOURS

Arniston House, Gorebridge, EH23 4RY; See Tuesday 4th June for details

www.borderevents.com

07960 566 556

Newtown Community Hall, Newtown St Boswells, TD6 0QX; 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Free for four weeks. Come along and try our four part harmony no auditions and meet new friends, all welcome.

0771 069 9619

THURSDAY, JUNE 20 DIGITALBOOST: DIGITAL MARKETING STRATEGY

Borders College , Galashiels, TD1 3HE; 10am - 1pm. Digital marketing can deliver real world business growth, this workshop will show you a practical strategy for success 01835 818 315

SHED POUNDS BOOST VITALITY JOIN NOW

Lbs and Ozs - Achieve Your Healthy Weight, Selkirk, TD7 4LR; 12:30pm - 1:15pm. Another Summer Ahead! Going to keep your weight? OR Choose Vitality, Inch-loss, Clarity & Balance?

01750 778 704 or 07773 634 884

TRIMONTIUM ROMAN GUIDED WALK

01750 725480

ST ABBS FRIDAY MARKET

Berwick Town Hall, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 1BN; 7pm. £10 Adults, £5 Under 16. Meet at Town Hall steps. Trained guides, children and dog friendly

Call to book: 07945 221 169

The Ebba Centre, St Abbs, TD14 5PL; 10am - 4pm. Free Entry. Indoor market selling locally made crafts, local produce, art, gifts and much more

07970 697433

MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

LAUDERDALE COMMUNITY CHOIR

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING FOR FUN

Foulden Village Hall, Foulden; 7:30pm - 9:30pm. £3. Weekly classes. All welcome. 01289 386332

MUSIC: TERRY LEE HALE

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. Entry by donation. Souvenirs and rugby relics from all over the world. Videos reliving historical moments at Melrose. All welcome

01896 822486

NUTTYS LITTLE SQUIRREL CLUB

Bowhill House and Country Estate, Selkirk, TD7 5ET; 1:30pm - 2:30pm. £3.50 per child. Join the Bowhill ranger for woodland fun and games for toddlers and little ones (under 6’s). 01750 22204

The Haining, Selkirk, TD7 5AA; 7:30pm. £12.50 + BF. Accomplished singer-songwriter, Terry Lee Hale. Not to be missed! Tickets: www.borderevents.

THE BENCH

TRADITIONAL MUSIC SESSION

borderevents.com or call 01750 725480

com or call 01750 725480

Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8:30pm - 11pm. free. An open session of traditional Scottish and Celtic music and song. Listeners and performers welcome.

Towermill, Heart of Hawick, Hawick, TD9 0AE; 7:30pm. £12. A new play by award-winning Scottish writer Keir McAllister. A comedy about safe spaces and the people that fill them Tickets: £12 www.

KELSO FOLK AND LIVE MUSIC CLUB

Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8pm - 10:30pm. Acoustic traditional and contemporary music in a relaxing cabaret-style setting. All welcome.

01573 228769

FRIDAY, JUNE 21

ROLLING HILLS FOLK CLUB: SKIRLIE

COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

Darnick Village Hall, Melrose, TD6 9AH; 8pm. A free ‘Make Music Day’ event. BYOB. All ages welcome. Four piece band - Their musical approach is fundamentally Scottish with other things thrown in!

07986 644661

Open studios at Chapel Mains near Blainslie TD1 2PN

Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd June: 11am-4pm Nature inspired artwork & small gifts at Chapel Mains Farm House ❁ Stone carving and demo by Alan Forest ❁ Ceramics and open studio at West Lodge ❁ Discounted designer French fashion at 5 Woodview Cottage ❁

Tel: 01896 860645 01750 725480

www.borderevents.com

June Events

FRANK ‘N’ KNIGHTS GHOST & HISTORY TOURS

June Events

SATURDAY, JUNE 22 COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

IRON AGE DAY

Ford and Etal Estates, Ford and Etal, TD12 4TJ; Demonstrations, displays, hands-on activities and more! Call for more information 01890 820338

STOW SPORTS AND CEILIDH

Football - 12noon, sports 1pm in the park; ceilidh 7pm in the Town Hall Tickets for Ceilidh

ANCRUM OPEN GARDENS AND SCARECROWS DAY

10am. Tea and coffee in the village hall. All welcome especially children.

OPEN STUDIOS

Chapel Mains , Blainslie, TD1 2PN; 11am 4pm. Nature inspired artwork and small gifts, demonstrations and more 01896 860645

THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY SANCTUARY

The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm. Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift shop 01835 823468

available from the Post Office POP-UP MARKET

The Barn at Beal, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 2PB; 10am - 2:30pm. Free Entry. Pop-up market with locally made crafts, beautiful artworks, gifts & more. Featuring St Abbs Market Traders 07970 697433

KILLIEDRAUGHTS BEACH CLEAN

10:30am. Donations Accepted . Join the VMR’s Marine Ranger for a mornings beach clean on Killiedraughts Bay, for a rewarding start to your weekend. 01890 752509

OPEN STUDIOS

Chapel Mains , Blainslie, TD1 2PN; 11am 4pm. Nature inspired artwork and small gifts, demonstrations and more 01896 860645

THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY SANCTUARY

The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm. Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift shop 01835 823468

FRANK ‘N’ KNIGHTS GHOST & HISTORY TOURS

Berwick Town Hall, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 1BN; 7pm. £10 Adults, £5 Under 16. Meet at Town Hall steps. Trained guides, children and dog friendly

Call to book: 07945 221 169

MONDAY, JUNE 24 OPEN DOOR COMMUNITY CAFE

Selkirk Parish Church, Selkirk, TD7 4JX; 10:30am 2pm. 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month. Coffee menu served: 10.30am-12noon; lunch 12noon-1pm. All welcome

MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. Entry by donation. Souvenirs and rugby relics from all over the world. Videos reliving historical moments at Melrose. All welcome

01896 822486 YOGA

Westruther Village Hall, Westruther, TD3 6NE; 6:15pm - 7:15pm. Suitable for all levels. Mats, blocks and blankets provided. Please wear comfortable loose clothing 07960 566 556

TUESDAY, JUNE 25 POP-UP MARKET

Paxton House, Gallery and Country Park, Paxton, TD15 1SZ; 10am - 4pm. Pop-up market with locally made crafts, beautiful artworks, gifts & more. Featuring St Abbs Market Traders 07970 697433

WEEKLY GUIDED TOURS

SUNDAY, JUNE 23 EARLY MORNING YOGA

Dawyck Botanic Garden, Stobo, EH45 9JU; 7:30am. £20. Yoga in the stunning and peaceful setting of the garden followed by an energising breakfast. Please bring a mat 01721 760254

www.borderevents.com

Arniston House, Gorebridge, EH23 4RY; See Tuesday 4th June for details

HAYFEVER HELL & HELP

Down to Earth Health, Selkirk, TD7 4LR; 8:30am 6pm. Itchy Skin & Eyes, Streaming/Congested Nose can ruin Spring & Summer. Remove Replace Repair Restore 01750 778704 / 07773 634884

01750 725480

YOGA

0798 673 6717/0778 076 3156

07960 566 556

Gattonside Village Hall, Gattonside, TD6 9NJ; 7pm - 8:30pm. New members welcome, non competitive martial art for all ages and abilities

Chaplaincy Centre, Melrose, TD6 9BS; 6pm - 7pm. Suitable for all levels. Mats, blocks, etc provided. Please wear comfortable loose clothing

RAG BAG DANCING AT SEAHOUSES

Quayside, Seahouses; 7:30pm. We dance some traditional Morris dances, although we are mainly developing our own ‘Scottish Borders’ style.

THURSDAY, JUNE 27

01890 818073

SHED POUNDS BOOST VITALITY JOIN NOW

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26

01750 778 704 or 07773 634 884

COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING FOR CHILDREN

Duns Primary School, Duns, TD11 3AG; £2 per class. Wednesdays during term time. P1–3 (4–7 yrs) 15.45 – 16.30. P4+ (8 yrs +) 16.15 – 17.15.

01890 830318

WEEKLY GUIDED TOURS

Arniston House, Gorebridge, EH23 4RY; See Tuesday 4th June for details

BUSINESS START UP: BOOK-KEEPING

Council Buildings, Peebles, EH45 8HH; 10am 1pm. This will equip you with an understanding of bookkeeping principles and shows why financial records are important 01835 818 315

MARKETING YOUR BUSINESS

Towermill, Heart of Hawick, Hawick, TD9 0AE; 10am - 1pm. This workshop will help you create a realistic marketing plan. Note this workshop is aimed at existing businesses 01835 818 315

STUDY EXERCISES IN DANCE AND MOVEMENT

Ormiston Rooms, Corn Exchange, Melrose, TD6 9PN; 10:15am - 11:45am. £1.50/week with refreshments. A course of talks on dance history: the roots and progressions. All welcome.

0743 2416 223

MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. Entry by donation. Souvenirs and rugby relics from all over the world. Videos reliving historical moments at Melrose. 01896 822486

01750 725480

Lbs and Ozs - Achieve Your Healthy Weight, Selkirk, TD7 4LR; 12:30pm - 1:15pm. Another Summer Ahead! Going to keep your weight? OR Choose Vitality, Inch-loss, Clarity & Balance?

TRIMONTIUM ROMAN GUIDED WALK

FRANK ‘N’ KNIGHTS GHOST & HISTORY TOURS

Berwick Town Hall, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 1BN; 7pm. £10 Adults, £5 Under 16. Meet at Town Hall steps. Trained guides, children and dog friendly

Call to book: 07945 221 169

NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE: SMALL ISLAND

Wauchope Village Hall, Yetholm, TD5 8RA; 7pm. £12 (+BF). Small Island embarks on a journey from Jamaica to Britain, through the Second World War to 1948 Tickets: www.borderevents.com or

call 01750 725480

LAUDERDALE COMMUNITY CHOIR

.... FOR ALL YOUR BEAUTY NEEDS Beauty, hair and much more Now offering Laser Hair Reduction Call: 01578 722 727 Borders Body & Mind Ltd, Edinburgh Rd, Lauder

www.borderevents.com

June Events

AME AIKIDO CLUB

June Events

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING FOR FUN

ST ABBS FRIDAY MARKET

TRADITIONAL MUSIC SESSION

07970 697433

FRIDAY, JUNE 28 COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

Coldingham Priory , Coldingham, TD14 5PE; 2pm4pm (Situated beside the Priory Gates) Sale of donated books raising funds for local projects. All welcome to browse!

The Ebba Centre, St Abbs, TD14 5PL; 10am - 4pm. Free Entry. Indoor market selling locally made crafts, local produce, art, gifts and much more

MELROSE RUGBY HERITAGE CENTRE

Melrose Rugby Football Club, Melrose, TD6 9SA; 11am - 3pm. Entry by donation. Souvenirs and rugby relics from all over the world. Videos reliving historical moments at Melrose. All welcome

01896 822486

NUTTYS LITTLE SQUIRREL CLUB

Bowhill House and Country Estate, Selkirk, TD7 5ET; 1:30pm - 2:30pm. £3.50 per child. Join the Bowhill ranger for woodland fun and games for toddlers and little ones (under 6’s). 01750 22204

STEAK NIGHT

D-CAFE

Cafe U, Kelso, TD5 7DS; 10am - 11:30am. A chance for people and their family & friends to meet in an informal & relaxed setting for a chat, cuppa & peer support 0788 418 7962

Restoration Yard, Dalkeith Country Park, Dalkeith, EH22 1ST; 6pm - 11pm. Restoration Café is opening exclusively for this event, back by popular demand!

0131 322 2572

KELSO FOLK AND LIVE MUSIC CLUB

Your dogs deserve a holiday in the country too!

Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8pm - 10:30pm. Acoustic traditional and contemporary music in a relaxing cabaret-style setting. All welcome.

01573 228769

SATURDAY, JUNE 29 COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP

Coldingham Priory , Coldingham, TD14 5PE; 11am3pm. (Situated beside the Priory Gates) Sale of donated books raising funds for local projects. All welcome to browse!

SANDERSON’S HERBAL WORKSHOP

Paxton House, Gallery and Country Park, Paxton, TD15 1SZ; £30. Making floral and herbal waters.

07821 784 265

Nnerum Boarding Kennels Call John on: 077630 62571

Near Lauder TD2 6PQ

POP-UP MARKET

The Barn at Beal, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 2PB; 10am - 2:30pm. Free Entry. Pop-up market with locally made crafts, beautiful artworks, gifts & more. Featuring St Abbs Market Traders 07970 697433

TRADITIONAL KNITTING WORKSHOPS IN WOOLER

10am - 3:30pm. £35. Make a Shetland lace shell pattern scarf with Mavis in this month’s workshop. One of a series of monthly workshops.

01668 281884

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10:30am. Donations Accepted . Join the VMR’s Marine Ranger for a morning beach clean in Eyemouth, start your weekend with a sense of wellbeing. 01890 752509

ST CUTHBERT’S SUMMER FAIR

Norham Village Hall, Norham, TD15 2LQ; 11am 4pm. Celebrate a late midsummer with a traditional summer fair-children’s activities, stalls and ice cream! 0774 513 0987

THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY SANCTUARY

The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm. Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift shop 01835 823468

SUNDAY, JUNE 30 THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY SANCTUARY

The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm. Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift shop 01835 823468

Beirhope Alpacas Walk in the Cheviot Hills with one of our friendly Alpacas

RAG BAG MORRIS AT NORHAM FAIR

Norham Village Hall, Norham, TD15 2LQ; 2pm. We dance some traditional Morris dances, although we are mainly developing our own ‘Scottish Borders’ style. 01890 818073

FRANK ‘N’ KNIGHTS GHOST & HISTORY TOURS

Berwick Town Hall, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 1BN; 7pm. £10 Adults, £5 Under 16. Meet at Town Hall steps. Trained guides, children and dog friendly

Call to book: 07945 221 169

July/August issue Deadline Friday 7th June

SUMMERTIME FUN FOR ALL treks, strolls, picnics 6th July: Needle Felting Workshop and Trek

Hownam, Nr Kelso TD5 8AP T: 01573 440631 www.beirhope.co.uk

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Musically, Humorously, Brilliantly

CASH BAR, ICE CREAM, PICNICS WELCOME

10th July 2019 6.30pm

Tickets & Info:

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Saturday 13th July from 8am

Dalkeith Country Park, Dalkeith EH22 2NA cattle ~ sheep ~ trade stands ~ handiwork and much more

www.dalkeithshow.co.uk

01750 725480

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June /Forthcoming Events

EYEMOUTH BEACH CLEAN

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EATING OUT

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Tel: 01750 725480 E: info@borderevents.com ATTRACTIONS Abbotsford House, Melrose 10% off branded Abbotsford merchandise in the gift shop www.scottsabbotsford.com Tel: 01896 752043 Beirhope Alpacas Throughout May & June trek for two - £30. www.beirhope.co.uk Tel: 01573 440631 Bowhill House & Country Estate, Nr Selkirk Soft play and a hot drink after 2pm for £3.75 www.bowhill.co.uk Tel: 01750 22204 Ford & Etal Estate Lady Waterford Hall & Heatherslaw Cornmill - 10% off normal admission price. www.ford-and-etal.co.uk Tel: 01890 820338 Golden Gate Boat Trips Save £1 per person on any cruise pre-booked. Seahouses Harbour, Seahouses Tel: 07904 800 590 The National Mining Museum, Newtongrange £1 off per paying adult, kids go free! www.nationalminingmuseum.com Tel: 0131 663 7519

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Buccleuch Arms St Boswells 10% off food bill www.buccleucharmshotel.co.uk Tel: 01835 822243 Jammy Coo, Lilliesleaf Free regular coffee or tea with a main meal (one per person) www.jammycoo.co.uk Tel: 01835 870537 Quins, Galashiels Free tea or coffee when dining after 7pm. www.quinsofgalashiels.co.uk Tel: 01896 757004 The Black Bull, Etal Free tea or coffee with 2 course meal and free Ice Cream for kids www.theblackbulletal.co.uk Tel: 01890 820200 The Border Hotel, Kirk Yetholm 10% off food Monday-Thursday (not including drinks) www.borderhotel.co.uk Tel: 01573 420237 The Fleece Bar and Kitchen, Selkirk Complimentary bottle of house wine per table when having 2 courses. 1 Ettrick Terrace Tel: 01750 725501 The Lodge at Carfraemill, Nr Lauder 10% of food Monday-Friday. www.carfraemill.co.uk Tel: 01578 750750 Smiddy Restaurant & Bar, Ashkirk Complimentary coffee or tea when you purchase one of our home made sweets. www.smiddyashirkrestaurantandbar.co.uk Tel: 01750 32242

Call to have your business listed here! 01750 725480

Down to Earth Health, Selkirk Book & pay for your 12 week Lbs & Ozs Programme (starting 14th May) and receive your £20 gift/book voucher 39 Tower StreetTel: 01750 778 704

RETAIL Multi Fuel Stove Company Ltd Free Companion Set with every installation. Tel: 01289 385033/07789 715572

Music Station, Galashiels 10% off all stock. www.musicstation.me.uk Tel: 01896 754554

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

Tile Style, Galashiels 10% off selected tiles, adhesives & grouts. Tel: 01896 750778 Turnbulls Shoe Repair, Selkirk 10% off all accessories, bags and wallets. High Street, Selkirk Tel: 01750 23337

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Business

Turnbull’s Shoe Repairs SHOE REPAIRS • KEYCUTTING • ENGRAVING • LEATHERWORK

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For Professional Advice and Service Tel: 01750 720069 • Mobile: 07977 564 737 www.richardsondecor.co.uk

Watches, purses and handbags for sale Open: Monday - Saturday

High Street, Selkirk

T: 01750 23337

DISPLAY CENTRE: Currie Road Galashiels TD1 2BP FREEPHONE: 0800 220 415 WEBSITE: mitchellglass.co.uk

BERWICK AND BORDERS CHERRY PICKER HIRE Daily, weekend or long term hire Self drive or operator driven Contact us on 07789 715572

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Low price for A1 Service Domestic Documents Light Commercial Long or short stay CCTV - Own Key Safe - Weatherproof Indoors or Outdoors Limited or Unlimited Access (24/7/365)

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Ettrick Riverside, Selkirk, TD7 5EB

Rent a Van Man Covering Scottish Borders Gordon McGlasson 0770 671 7819

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JOINERY and HOME IMPROVEMENTS

6 Abbotsferry Road, Tweedbank, Galashiels TD1 3RX Tel: 01896 750445

Ian Simons Mobile: 07932 158731

A unique catering & ﬂavour experience for your event

burgers, sausages, bacon, homemade cakes, traybakes and more! Call Jane on 07763 125990 or 01896 849097 or visit www.moobaa.info 01750 725480

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Business

PA BISHOP & CO

Thursday 11th July, 7pm

Tickets www.nts.org.uk/visit/harmony-garden Tel: 01750 725480 or www.borderevents.com Adult £14, Conc £12, Child £9, Family £42 (2+2)