Newcastleton

 

Akenshaw Burn to Kirklinton Route Profile

About the Village

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.

Newcastleton High Street




Accommodation
The Grapes Hotel, 16 Douglas Square, Newcastleton, Roxburghshire, TD9 0QD

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. The kitchens open at 11am and food is served until 9pm.

Run by: Trevor & Glenys Cambridge

 

Tel: 013873 75245/75680
Fax: 013873 75896
Web: www.thegrapeshotel.co.uk
Email: info@thegrapeshotel.co.uk

Rooms : 1S, 2D, 1T, 1D/F, 1X4S, 1 bunkroom.
B&B: from £25 for bunkhouse. £32.50 D/T.
Pk lunch: made to order.
Meals: mains from £9.95.

 
 


Liddesdale Hotel, 17 Douglas Sq, Newcastleton, TD9 0QD

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 £45 looks
good value. Fully licensed with a secure lock-
up for bikes. A handsome and solid building
sitting in the main square.

Run by: Tracey Scott

 

Tel: 013873 75255
Web: www.theliddesdalehotel.co.uk
Email: reception@theliddesdalehotel.co.uk

Rooms : 1S, 2D,2T/F, 1 suite.
B&B: from £35 (£55 D,B&B). £40 single occ..
Discounts available for block booking.
Pk lunch: made to order.
Meals: new fine dining restaurant. £5-£18.
On route. 4-star AA

 
 


Woodside, North Hermitage St, Newcastleton, Roxburghshire, TD9 0RZ

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 lock-up and washing facilities. 1.5 miles from
7-Stanes mountain bike route (www.7stanes.gov.uk).

Run by: Michael Bogg

 

Tel: 013873 75431
Web: www.woodside.newcastleton.net
Email: mandmbogg@sky.com

Rooms : 1S, 1D (en-suite), 1T (en-suite) plus self-catering bungalow for six.
B&B: £25-£28.
Pk lunch: £4.
2 pubs near doorstep. On route.
Cycle storage & wash down facilities.

 
 


Sorbietrees, Newcastleton , Roxburghshire, TD9 0TL

"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."

Run by: Sandy Reynolds

 

Tel: 013873 75215
Web: www.sorbietrees.co.uk
Email: sandy.sorbietrees@btinternet.com

Rooms : 2D,1T/F.
B&B: £25-£35.
Pk lunch: £4.50.
Eve meals: no.
Distance to pub: 2 miles (lift provided)
On route. Drying facilties. Secure lock up.
Bike washing facilities.
VisitScotland: 3-stars, Walking/Cycling Award

 
 




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