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Designed Landscapes – Traquair House

Traquair House, located near Innerleithen in the Scottish Borders, is a striking example of medieval architecture and estate planning, with its centuries-old stone façade, hidden chambers and expansive grounds.

Designed Landscapes – Floors Castle

Floors Castle, nestled on the banks of the River Tweed near Kelso, is Scotland’s largest inhabited house and a striking example of 18th-Century and Victorian architecture.

Designed Landscapes – The Hirsel

The Hirsel is an impressive estate, dating back to the 17th century, located near Coldstream in the Scottish Borders. The estate is surrounded by a 200 hectare park with a large ornamental lake and river running through it.

Designed Landscapes – Ladykirk Estate

Ladykirk Estate, located about 0.5km north west of Norham on the Scottish side of the lower Tweed, has a rich history dating back to the 16th century with links to royalty, the church and significant historical events.

Women Ride the Tweed

The FNY Collective is a charity that aims to widen female participation and leadership in mountain biking in the Tweed Valley. With support from Destination Tweed’s Community Grants Scheme, the FNY Collective delivered a project that shone a light on fearless females of the Tweed through a series of events and the development of a […]

Capturing Tweedsmuir

‘Capturing Tweedsmuir’ showcases community artworks in a scenic outdoor setting. This project, led by Upper Tweed Community News and supported by a grant from Destination Tweed’s Community Grants Scheme, included curated art installations, interpretive signage, public engagement events, and digital promotion to share the beauty of Tweedsmuir’s landscapes with locals and visitors alike.