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 (2009):
1st April � 31st October
The visitor centre and play park are closed from 1st November - 31st March.
Access routes and neighbouring craft businesses are open all year.
Opening Hours:
Daily
10am to 5pm.
Exhibitions 2009
1st April till 7th June
"Environment: Sound: Representation" James Wyness.
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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