Newcastleton , with its broad Georgian streets and open squares, was purpose designed and built from scratch by the Duke of Buccleuch in 1792. Due to the changes in agriculture there was a need for more village-based employment such as handloom weaving. The houses were built with large windows to let in light for the new cottage industries.

The town has a post office, several pubs, an antique shop , a bank, a grocery and several guest-houses. Also the garage will help with bike repairs and there is also the interesting Liddesdale Heritage Centre. If your time and energy allow don't miss a short detour to Hermitage Castle. This mysterious and magical place not only witnessed long years of turbulent border reiving, but it played host to the tragic Mary Queen of Scots when she snatched two hours' rendezvous with her lover Bothwell.

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Trevor & Glenys Cambridge		The Grapes Hotel, 16 Douglas Square, Newcastleton, Roxburghshire, TD9 0QD
Telephone		013873 75245/75680
Fax		013873 75896
Website		www.the-grapes-hotel.com
Email		info@the-grapes-hotel.com
Rooms		1S, 2D, 1T, 1D/F, 1X4S, 1 bunkroom
B&B		From £20
Packed Lunch		£5
Meals		From £4.50

Family run hotel with four bars, excellent bar meals and an 'A La Carte' restaurant. Lock-up for bikes and drying facilities. In a lovely spot; lively or restful - it's up to you.

Jamie Carruthers		Liddesdale Hotel, 17 Douglas Sq, Newcastleton, TD9 0QD
Tel		013873 75255
Web		www.liddesdalehotel.co.uk
Email		reception@liddesdalehotel.co.uk
Rooms		1S, 2D,2T/F, 1 suite
B&B		From £30 (£50 D,B&B)
Packed Lunch		On request
Meals		New fine dining restaurant. £5-£18.
Distance from Reivers		On route

Newly refurbished family hotel now has a suite, complete with 4-poster. There is a new emphasis on food and the D, B&B at £50 looks good value. Fully licensed with a secure lock-up for bikes. A handsome and solid building sitting in the main square.

Michael Bogg		Woodside, North Hermitage Street, Newcastleton,Roxburghshire TD9 0RZ
Tel		013873 75431
Email		woodside@theboggies.e7even.com
Rooms		1S, 1D, 1T plus self-catering bungalow for six.
B&B		£22-£25
Packed Lunch		£4
Evening Meals		No - pub down road
Distance from Reivers		On route
Cycle storage		Wash down facilities

Red sandstone house built circa 1870 retains many original Victorian features. All rooms are centrally heated and double glazed. Large garden and parking for a dozen cars. En-suite rooms and secure block-up and washing facilities.

Sandy Reynolds		Sorbietrees, Newcastleton , Roxburghshire, TD9 0TL
Tel/Fax		013873 75215
Website		www.sorbietrees.co.uk
Email		sandy.sorbietrees@btinternet.com
Rooms		2D,1T/F
B&B		£25 - £35
Packed Lunch		£3.50
Evening Meals		No
Distance from Reivers		On route
Distance to pub		2 miles (lift provided)
Drying facilties		Secure lock up and bike washing facilities
VisitScotland		Walking/cycling award

"A warm welcome awaits you at our lovely farmhouse with its spectacular views, log fires, hearty Aga-cooked breakfasts & lift to the local pub for evening meal if required."