Welcome to Kelso, a beautiful cobbled town in the Scottish Borders, featuring an array of attractions and some delightful Kelso cottages.
The town's pièce de résistance has to be its stunning French-style cobbled square, a popular gathering place, with a fine selection of shops, bars and restaurants.
In complete contrast, just a short walk from the centre is Springwood Park, offering forty acres of parkland and a host of annual events, including vintage rallies, horse shows and antiques fairs. Close by is Floors Castle, the impressive stately home of the 10th Duke of Roxburghe and a great day out for all the family.
Fancy a flutter at the races? Kelso's racecourse is described as 'Britain's Friendliest' and plays host to fourteen days of national hunt racing amid spectacular surroundings.
Other sports to be enjoyed include salmon and trout fishing on the Tweed and Teviot, with permits readily available; as well as golf on two courses, one of which is of championship standard. Alternatively, go horse-riding, ice-skating, swimming; or organise a family contest down at the skittle alley. On a rainy day, little ones will have great fun at the soft play centre, a specially designed facility for children under 8.
Any rugby fans? The Kelso Rugby Club boasts one of Scotland's finest grounds, so if your Kelso cottage holiday falls when there's a match on, do consider going. The sport is so popular here and the atmosphere at a match is simply amazing.
In a nutshell, something for everyone!