Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre
Things to do in Scottish Borders
in Scotland
Description: This centre offers events, exhibitions and countryside walks for all the family. Published programme of events for the whole year. Has the biggest and best children’s play park in the Borders.
Operator:
Scottish Borders Council
Situation – OS ref: NT 641244
How to get there:
By car: Just off the A68, near Ancrum, between St Boswells and the turn off for Hawick.
By public transport: Buses from St Boswells to Jedburgh pass the road end. About a one mile walk to the centre.
Seasonal opening details (2008):
21st March to 31st October
Opening Hours:
Daily
10am to 5pm.
Facilities:
Gift Shop
Tearoom
Tourist Information
Admission:
Free
Contact:
Tel: 01835 830306
Attached attractions:
Children’s Play Park newly refurbished and improved.
The New Play Area at Harestanes
Signposted walks.
Additional info:
VisitScotland 3 star Visitor Attraction
Green Tourism Business Scheme Gold Award
Lies on St Cuthbert’s Way long distance walk.
Web link: (where appropriate):
Scottish Borders Outdoors has the listing of all events taking place at Harestanes.
Places to stay nearby:
Jedburgh
Local towns and villages:
- Ancrum
Jedburgh
Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre,
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