Selkirkshire - Historic County

Selkirkshire - Historic County - Scotland

Ettrickbridge Galashiels Selkirk

Selkirkshire - Historic County - Scotland Selkirk lies in the Scottish Borders, it comprises of rolling hills mostly occupied by sheep farms. Good hill country with superb walking. Sparsely populated valleys of Yarrow Water and Ettrick Water. A wealth of outdoor and rural pursuits to suit everyone’s tastes. The forested countryside is perfect for both walkers and mountain bikers. Walking in the hills, fishing for rainbow trout or salmon in nearby rivers in the Yarrow Water, a major tributary of the Tweed.
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Tartan Making See tartan being made at the world's most acclaimed manufacturers of tartan - Lochcarron of Scotland in Selkirk. A family owned company established in 1947, they weave and stock the world’s largest range of authentic Scottish tartans as well as designing many new family, corporate and fashion tartans. An expert guide will show you round their mill, where you will see all aspects of production from spinning the yarn to making the finished article. Afterwards you can relax with a coffee and home-baked scone, then revive yourself with some retail therapy. Their Scottish visitor centre showcases an exclusive range of knitwear and accessories in cashmere and the finest natural fibres, tartans and tweeds, Scottish jewellery and other beautiful gifts.		Attend a festival that dates from 1513 One of the oldest Border festivals dating from 1513 and the Battle of Flodden. Selkirk Common Riding Festival often attracts hundreds of horse riders as the town celebrates its history once a year during June. Common Ridings can be traced back to the 13th and 14th centuries when the border lands were in constant upheaval during the long wars with England. Townspeople would ride their boundaries (marches) to protect their common lands. Proceedings begin with the 'crying the burley' as riders are summoned to attend. The town rises early the next day to follow the band and witness the bussing of the Burgh Flag. The Riding of the Marches lasts about 4½ hours and the riders return to the Market Place for the solemn casting of the colours where various trades and corporations are represented, each with their own Standard Bearer. The Burgh Flag is returned to the Provost and celebrations continue onto the next day with horse racing, gymkhana, Highland dancing and professional games.
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