The 10 Best Things to Do in Galashiels - 2024 (with Photos)
Things to do in Galashiels

Top Things to Do in Galashiels, Scottish Borders - Galashiels Must-See Attractions

Things to Do in Galashiels

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Top Attractions in Galashiels

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  • Gillian W
    19 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    What an astonishing piece of work. Set in a fantastic building with a good wee cafe and lovely staff.
    160+ tapestry panels, set out with background info at each, plus occasional interesting back stories.
    An Absolute Must See !
    Written 27 May 2024
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  • Sarah G
    119 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A really lovely place to visit. A very electric mix of exhibitions and displays but all really interesting. The gardens are also lovely, if small. They had some beautiful flower display and a lovely memorial
    Written 26 December 2022
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  • L R
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful art work that brightens up the bus station. well worth seeing, would highly recommend going.
    Written 19 May 2021
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  • Bibcay
    Gateshead, UK4,310 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Located in the high street, you will find some benches and flowers for you to look at and sit at. It’s not amazing but it’s pretty good though.
    Written 31 August 2020
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  • SteveandLynne
    Ashkirk, UK88 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great walks through the woods with pathways enjoy this most days with my dogs. From here you can then walk over and up Gala hill
    Written 7 December 2017
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  • 5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This statue represents the man who is very well known around Scotland all because of a well loved nursery rhyme.
    I actually didn't know he was real until I seen this statue, so it was a nice surprise.
    Written 21 March 2024
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  • Rommel2008
    Alloa, UK101 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Paired up with Mrs T and her mate, Mrs C I was the third wheel in their Triam team.

    Easy drive down the A7 and the entrance is quickly upon you, before a long downhill drive way into the small car park.

    The welcome we receive when we arrived was a massive surprise; friendly, inviting and cheerful. Exactly how it should be, but seldom is at other places.

    The course is tricky. Great condition, some testing holes, but not too punishing for a poor shot. The rough was well kept and despite not being in much of it, there was enough of a penalty to make you think.

    Greens, bunkers and fairways were all in good condition and the scenery is spectacular.

    Overall, we played well, perhaps that shapes the thinking, but on a personal note, I loved it.

    Great people, great place and great golf course. Thanks to everyone involved and we’ll be back.
    Written 22 April 2023
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  • Emma M
    Galashiels, Scotland3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We have hired the gold club on several occasions over the years. The bookings have always ran smoothly. Great wee venue. Basic but clean and affordable.
    Written 2 October 2018
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