Rising quietly to just 538 metres, the hill was hardly impressive at first glance. Sheep grazed its slopes, and mist often clung to its rounded summit, disguising it as little more than another fold in the Scottish Borders. Yet locals had always called it The Crown of Scotland, a name far grander than the hill […]

FULLY BOOKED Part of Uncovering the Tweed: Join AOC Archaeology for an engaging, hands-on workshop that explores the fascinating world of prehistoric stone technology, part of our Prehistoric Lives theme within the Uncovering the Tweed project. Whether you’re a seasoned field-walker, a passionate prehistorian, or just starting your journey with lithics, this workshop offers something […]

I took part in the first day of the first River Tweed Festival at Peebles (31 October 2025), which was a joyful celebration of watery creativity and inspiration. The forecast downpours held off long enough for participants to gather beside the Tweed and take a moment to connect to the river, its landscape and its […]

FULLY BOOKED As part of the programme of events for Uncovering the Tweed, AOC Archaeology Group will be holding a skills training day at Kirkhope, Manor Valley, south of Peebles. The site visit will focus on recording the collection of carved stones on site, including the base of a 10th century cross. Recording will include […]

Innerleithen Community Trust invites you to the opening of the new Innerleithen Mill Lade Trail! There will be music and refreshments, and a mini guided walk to three of the new interpretation boards. All welcome! Innerleithen Community Trust’s project was supported by a grant from Destination Tweed’s Community Grants Scheme, which is made possible by […]

Join Culture for Climate Scotland, SBCAN and Connecting Threads to think about the role of rivers in the climate crisis, as climate regulators and indicators of change, and find out what you can do to support healthy hydrology, both upstream and down, for a better world. This event is a SPRINGBOARD local assembly for creative […]