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Places to visit in the Scottish Borders with some access for wheelchair users. The following web pages provide information on some good places to visit and enjoy wildlife in the countryside of the Scottish Borders. It is hoped that this will be of some assistance to wheelchair-users and others with limited mobility to plan a visit to the countryside. For many of the sites there is a contact ... [more]
16/12/2005
Scottish Borders Countryside with Easy Access Web pages on this website are listed here Countryside with Easy Access Places to visit with some access for wheelchair users. 37 locations in the Scottish Borders with Countryside interest and either free of charge or minimal parking etc charge (For information on locations outwith the Scottish Borders area look up www.walkingonwheels.org ) ... [more]
22/02/2008
FORESTRY COMMISSION SCOTLAND - GLENTRESS FOREST by PEEBLES Open all year. Access viewpoints, picnic sites, and a trail around the two ponds. Further Access along the other forest roads including to the Iron Age Hut may be possible by arrangement. P Parking at viewpoints and Picnic areas - no special provision WC Wheelchair access toilet at Red Squirrel Car Park and at Hub Cafe. THE PONDS WA ... [more]
04/02/2005
FORESTRY COMMISSION SCOTLAND - CARDRONA FOREST Forest tracks provide easy access to stream edge and edge of forest. Slightly sloping paths, firm in dry weather. Some broadleaf trees near picnic area at Car Park. Follow main track up burn for a few hundred metres beyond gate then return when track becomes steep. Tall forest trees. Spruce, and other timber trees. Leaflet dispenser at toilets. Look ... [more]
04/02/2005
FORESTRY COMMISSION SCOTLAND- THORNYLEE NEAR CLOVENFORDS, GALASHIELS Thornylee Forest Picnic area and Muckle Moothed Meg sculpture. On the A72 between Clovenfords and Walkerburn Open all year. Short path with low gradient to interpretation sign and sculpture with views. Picnic tables. P Parking is available adjacent to the sculpture - No special provision WC Nearest wheelchair access RADAR toi ... [more]
26/01/2007
FORESTRY COMMISSION SCOTLAND - CRAIK FOREST,NEAR HAWICK Forest walk, Picnic area, stream, ponds, information. Located approximately 7 miles south of Hawick. Signed from 1 mile south of Hawick .Take the Roberton road from the A7. Scenic drive to forest through farmland and forestry. Large car park area with picnic tables near stream and ponds. From here there is a short path which is level hard ... [more]
16/02/2007
FORESTRY COMMISSION SCOTLAND CRAIK FOREST,NEAR HAWICK ... [more]
16/02/2007
FORESTRY COMMISSION SCOTLAND DRAGONFLY PONDS WALK AT DYKECROFTS NEWCASTLETON From Newcastleton turn left at the signs for Forestry Commission Dykecrofts at the end of the village to the south. Dykecrofts visitor centre has accessible toilet and leaflets. From Dykecrofts continue by car along road which becomes rougher to the car park. From the car park the ponds walk can be viewed. Picnic table ... [more]
01/10/2004
Woodland walks, picnic area, lake, magnificent trees, courtyard museum, restaurant, childrens play area. Open all year.The Black (Crooks) route (1 mile) follows the quiet estate roads by the lake and ... [more]
25/11/2005
Community Woodland-Wooplaw Woods, Blainslie near Lauder Open all year. Wooplaw is a Community Woodland run by local people. It has level, hard surfaced, wide footpaths from either of the 2 car parks. These lead to barbecue/picnic area, and log cabin. Picnic tables have spaces for wheelchair users. Open fire site with seats. Door to log cabin narrow with lip. Inside cabin there are seats,table a ... [more]
01/02/2008
Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre, by Ancrum Free entry. Centre, toilets etc Open April to October 10:00am-5:00 pm. Walk routes open all year. Woodland, pond, wildlife garden, exhibitions, ch ... [more]
31/03/2004
Gala Policies, by Swimming Pool, Galashiels Open all year. Old Oak trees, policy woodland trees, pond and some bench seats. There is a network of paths, some of which are hard even surfaced paths. A wide hard surfaced path with low gradients can be followed to a viewpoint. A hard level surfaced path through the grass area will take you from the old driveway to the pond. Boardwalk path aroun ... [more]
16/01/2009
A wide hard surfaced path with low gradients can be followed to a viewpoint. Gala Policies, by Swimming Pool, Galashiels Open all year. From behind the swimming pool, go along the wide path which was the old driveway. Continue on the same driveway keeping to the right of a grassy area. Follow the driveway as it sweeps to the left to reach a mound which is the site of the New Gala House. At th ... [more]
29/02/2008
Bowhill, near Selkirk A Buccleuch Estate Country Park Woodland visitor centre is accessible. Tree identification displays, leaflets, Rangers noticeboard, childrens area. Opening dates in summer. Entrance Charge during open season. A variety of tarmac roads and tracks may be accessible for wheelchair users with assistance. (Some are too steep for non-assisted access.) Parties of people with ... [more]
12/04/2004
Extensive park area at the edge of Hawick steeped in Hawick history. Wide tarmac paths with only a few slopes and uneven sections. Parkland trees and exotic specimen trees. Oak, Horse Chestnut, Lime, Poplar, Yew, Cypress, Spruces, Birches, Weeping Ash, Copper Beech, Red Norway Maple. Blackbirds,Thrush, Nuthatch. Paths follow the river Teviot and bridges over the river allow views of trout and ri ... [more]
10/12/2004
Public Park area at Scott Park Galashiels and Peregrine Falcon roost site at St Pauls Church. Mature Oak and Parkland Trees, Playpark, parkland and formal shrub areas. Bench seats along path edges. Peregrine Falcon often can be viewed on the church tower. Entry to park from Livingston Place near Swimming Pool or from Elm Row. Follow the route of the Southen Upland Way through the park. ... [more]
11/01/2008
Nature trail around Tweedbank Park and Gunknowe Loch. Trail designed and signed by local schoolchildren at Tweedbank Primary School. Signposted route around Grassy areas with trees. Wide tarmac paths around main part of route. Bench seats. Childrens Play Area. Around half a mile/ 1km of paths. Look out for Hazel, Field Maple and Lime trees, also signs of pine cones that have been nibbled by s ... [more]
30/01/2009
Public Park with specimen trees, bench seats, childrens playpark, War memorial, statue. There is a pleasant flat, wide tarmac path around the park. Tree trail. Look out for : Conkers from Horse chestnut trees, Weeping ash, Variegated holly, oak, lime, beech, sycamore, alder. Area planted with alder, downy birch and willow for biodiversity. Parking : Parking in Car park adjacent to park Toilet ... [more]
23/02/2008
Trimontium is the site of a Roman Settlement near Melrose. A "The Three Hills" exhibition is in the centre of Melrose at the Ormiston Institute. Accessible building and most exhibits can b ... [more]
28/04/2004
Viewpoint of the River Tweed and the Eildon Hills, also the Black Hill of Earlston. A different view each season of the year. Sir Walter Scott stopped here on his carriage journeys to and from nearby ... [more]
16/12/2005
Partially restored ruins, information cairn, viewpoint. The site of the ancient sanctuary and once powerful hospice of Soutra. Used during the 17th Century. As well as a hospital the site included bakery, pharmacy, and stables. Plant remains have been found at the site and information boards give details of plant remains and some possible uses of them in a hospital situation. From Car Park ... [more]
09/02/2007
Red Sandstone statue of William Wallace. Views of Eildon Hills and surrounding area. Hard surfaced footpath from car park is approximately 1km (half a mile or so)long. Path is fairly level and hard. P ... [more]
18/11/2005
Kelso Abbey is in the centre of Kelso. Cared for by Historic Scotland Wheelchair access to entrance and information board. The surface is hard flat gravel in the main area at the centre of the ab ... [more]
19/01/2007
Sandy beach with picnic tables, paved path to paved area and bench. Coastal plants include cowslips in spring, restharrow and marram grass. Birds to look out for at sea include gannets, Herring gulls, ... [more]
09/12/2005
Eyemouth Harbour and Promenade Wheelchair access from swimming pool - path adjacent to Beach - go to harbour for birdwatching. Also well fed seals can be seen near fish stall in summer. Seasonal Tour ... [more]
09/12/2005
St Abbs and Eyemouth Voluntary Marine Reserve The Marine Reserve Ranger may present an illustrated talk to local groups on request. This talk shows some of the wildlife to be found on the Reserve. On request, a special rockpool wildlife activity can be arranged (possibly with help from Scottish Borders Council Countryside Rangers), if a group or individual would like a hands-on experience of som ... [more]
27/01/2006
Visitor Centre and Sea cliffs. For Visitor Centre. Wheelchair users may park in the area below Visitor Centre where there is a hard level path to toilets, tearoom and craft shops. Main Car Park has gravel with ramped path to Visitor Centre. Pictures of the cliff-nesting birds may be viewed at the visitor centre on a video screen. Tea Room has access for wheelchair users. Free leaflet avail ... [more]
23/04/2004
Rocky shore at Lower Burnmouth. Grassy picnic area with views of shore birds and coastline. It is possible to birdwatch from your car here. At the harbour boats can be seen and creels for lobsters an ... [more]
13/01/2006
The chain bridge is ramped and affords views of the river. From the Melrose side of river the level path leads to a viewpoint over an old mill cauld. Look out for heron, grey wagtail, gooseander, dip ... [more]
04/02/2005
Hard tarmac level path along route of Borders Abbeys Way in the centre of Jedburgh. Access near cauld short slightly rough section at start leads to level hard path alongside Jed Water. Cliffs on op ... [more]
04/02/2005
Fairly level paths along this burn. First short section is level and wide to Picnic Area. By crossing the burn over the wooden bridge a short circular route can be taken. Path continues along fairly level paths, with a narrow section. Boardwalks and bridges have a low step up to level surfaces. Narrow bench seats. Look out for Tadpoles in Spring, Alder, Willow, Knapweed, Yellowhammer. ... [more]
18/01/2008
Rhymers Stone near Melrose Parking adjacent to viewpoint by opening the gate. Seat. Path Wheelchair accessible with assistance although bumpy as it is cobbled with ridges. Views to Leaderfoot, Black ... [more]
24/09/2004
Scenic Layby and Car park beside the A7 south of Hawick. Picnic tables and very short path in grassy area by trees beside the Teviot. Path is narrow at the corner. Look out for dipper, blackbird, rob ... [more]
27/01/2006
Salmon viewing area by River Ettrick at Salmon ladder on the cauld. Level stone path with short steep section is a bit rough and gravelly. Path goes from Car park and Visitor Centre across a bridge by ... [more]
27/01/2006
Selkirk Riverside footpaths by the River Ettrick Start at Selkirk Swimming Pool car park. From the end of the car park follow the riverside path downstream a short distance to a ramped bridge. Cros ... [more]
31/03/2004
Waterfall in upland countryside. Visitor Centre with information on Peregrine falcons and upland wildlife.Views of surrounding countryside. Visitor Centre is ramped and includes a closed circuit tel ... [more]
10/01/2006
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09/03/2007
Gunsknowe Loch, Tweedbank Hard path all the way around the pond. There is also access on some level tarmac paths in park area around it. Bench seats. A wide variety of wildfowl. Village shop adjacent to pond access by gently sloping tarmac paths. Look out for: mallards, swans, coots, tufted duck, moorhen, greylag geese, black headed gulls. In summer nesting birds include mute swan and coot Pa ... [more]
30/01/2009
Large marsh area with birds. Geese roost here in winter. Birdwatching is from an easy access bird hide (with ramp) a few metres through the woodland from the road verge. Information on birds inside the hide. How to get there - From Scotts View go south into Bemersyde village and turn left. Go straight on at the first junction with the Moss visible below the road. Turn left past Whitrighill. The b ... [more]
09/12/2005
Path to Estate fields and Hen Poo Loch. Bench seats, Swans ducks and geese. Hard tarmac fairly level driveway from estate entrance to Castle entrance arch. Hard tarmac level path to cattle grid. Gate beside cattle grid has gate and grassy section to further level tarmac path to loch. Bench seats by loch with views across loch to Duns Castle and woodland. Woodland on the estate is managed with th ... [more]
08/02/2008
Lindean Reservoir Wheelchair access path to loch-side platform for views over the loch. The loch has interesting flora and birdlife. Leaflet. Look Out for Orchids and Wild flowers in Spring, Whooper Swans in winter. How to get there: From the A7 between Selkirk and Galashiels, take the road at Lindean past Lindean village Hall and continue for about a mile or so, go straight on at a juncti ... [more]
01/02/2008
Lochs with views of surrounding hillsides. Layby at edge of St Marys Loch provides views of Bowerhope across the loch and wildflowers on roadside meadow. Parking at Oxcleuch Haugh between the two ... [more]
13/01/2006
It is possible to drive a car up to the reservoir where there is a car parking area. The road between Megget and Talla is not suitable for coaches. There are information boards, which are on a grass area, with a kerb, adjacent to the car park. Information on the water supply and local wildlife. Views across the reservoir. Wild flowers typical of upland areas in summer. Look out for Tormentil,he ... [more]
13/01/2006
Last Update: 19/10/2009
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Scottish Borders Countryside with Easy Access