Here we list those members
who provide a wide selection of
properties for the
business traveller or tourist - from
budget to luxury
hotels, bed and breakfasts and guest
house accommodation.
They offer ideal
accommodation for any visitor to Kelso.
Owned by the Duke of
Roxburghe, the hotel nestles privately amongst
woodlands on the banks of the River Teviot. The
22 bedrooms have all been individually designed
by the Duchess herself, some of which have four
poster beds and log fires. Local produce is used
to good effect by the award winning Chef
Alasdair Stewart complemented by a fine choice
of wines selected from the Duke's own cellar.
GOLF: The Duke of
Roxburghe, an avid golfer, commissioned Dave
Thomas to build this challenging course on his
estate, which was opened in 1997. Since that
time the course has achieved significant
accolades including one of Scotland's top five
inland courses and the venue for the Scottish
Seniors Open for 5 years running. Scotland's top
European Tour professionals have played and
enjoyed the course. Sam Torrance said that "Roxburghe's
signature hole, The Viaduct, is my favourite
14th tee in Scotland! It's such a beautiful hole
in such a glorious setting". When Colin
Montgomerie opened the course with Nick Faldo,
he commented, "I was impressed with the design
and the quality of The Roxburghe. The Greens
were immaculate and the course picturesque, a
pleasure to play for professional and amateur
alike". The result of Thomas's design bears his
distinct hallmark of deep challenging bunkers
and large rolling greens. The signature
"Viaduct" hole is an elevated tee commanding
views of the River Teviot that hug the left of
the fairway with an imposing viaduct in the
background. The course is a par 72 and is 7111
yards long. Other leisure activities include
shooting, pheasant, partridge and grouse, clay
pigeon shooting , mountain biking, riding,
croquet and the Health and Beauty Suite.
Price: From £145.00 per room Rooms: 22 En-suite Accommodation Type: Hotel
Kelso lies at the junction of the Rivers Tweed
and Teviot, and is full of architectural and historical interest, which can
be explored by following a town trail. Founded in 1128, the abbey, suffered
in the border wars, whilst the Town House, built in 1816 is home to the
Tourist Information Centre. The graceful five arched bridge over the Tweed,
dating back to 1803, was built by John Rennie. It also happens to be the
model for London Bridge.
Floors Castle, Scotland's largest inhabited house, is located within
parkland overlooking the Tweed. A collection of paintings, furniture,
porcelain and tapestry can be found within. Events include the Border Union
Agricultural Show, ram and horse sales, steeple chasing at the Race Course,
point to point races, and the Scottish Championship Dog Show. In July, Kelso
Civic Week is the town's annual festival. Visitors to the town can enjoy
free parking.
