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Old Gala House, Scottish Borders
Old Gala House

Old Gala House

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in Scotland

Description:
Formerly the home of the Pringles of Galashiels, this is now a Museum, Conference Centre and Gallery where a wide range of Exhibitions are held in the three gallery spaces. It is also the home of the Borders Family History Society.

Ownership: Scottish Borders Council

Situation � OS ref: NT 489361

How to get there:
It is in Scott Crescent within the town.
By car: Scott Crescent is one of the main east � west routes to the south of the town centre. Car parking on site.
By public transport: A short walk from the town centre.

Seasonal opening details (2009):
28th March to 31st October

Opening Hours:
March, April, May and September: Tues to Saturday 10am to 4pm.
June, July and August: Mon to Saturday 10am to 4pm; Sunday 1pm to 4pm.
October: Tuesday to Friday: 1pm to 4pm., Saturday 10am till 4pm.

Exhibitions 2009
28th March till 30th Mayin The Christopher Boyd Gallery
Ancient Egyptians Activity Room

28th March till 18th July(Museum Room)
The Old Gala Club Goes to War.
WW2 in Galashiels (Includes an Anderson Shelter)

29th March till 2nd May in Pringle Room
"Soul Mining" with Gala Resource Centre and Vivian Wade
"Untitled 1" with artists from Gala Resource Centre.

Facilities:
Audio Guides available.
Tour groups welcome
Tea Room/Refreshments.
Gifts and Souvenirs
Disabled Access to Ground Floor.

Admission:
Free

Contact:
To check details of exhibitions etc � 01750 20096
Conference booking etc - 01896 752611

Attached attractions:
The Borders Family History Society has its base on the premises. Its facilities are available during specific hours, when the office/library is staffed.
Opening hours can be checked on 01896 752611.

Additional info:
VisitScotland 3 star Visitor Attraction
Clapperton Exhibition and Braw Lads Gathering Exhibitions in Ground Floor room.

Web link: (where appropriate):

Places to stay nearby:
Galashiels

Local towns and villages:
- Galashiels

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