Sir Walter Scotts Courtroom, Selkirk

Sir Walter Scott's Courtroom

Description:
The building in Selkirk where Sir Walter Scott sat as a Sheriff of Selkirk from 1804 till 1832. Now a museum which explores his life, his writings and especially his time as a Sheriff. Also features James Hogg, the Ettrick Shepherd, and Mungo Park, the African Explorer.

Ownership:
Scottish Borders Council

Situation � OS ref: NT 471285

How to get there:
By car:
In the Market Place, Selkirk on the A7 between Galashiels and Hawick. Parking nearby.
By public transport:
Regular bus service between Galashiels and Hawick via Selkirk.

Seasonal opening details:(2009)
28th March to 30th September

Opening Hours:
March to September � Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm, and Saturday 10am to 2pm.
May to August � also open Sundays 10am to 2pm.

Exhibition 2009
28th March till 19th July
"Vive L'Empereur" Selkirk Antiquarians retell the story of the French Prisoners in Selkikr.

Facilities:

Admission:
Free

Contact:
SBC Museums Service Tel: 01750 20096

Attached attractions:

Additional info:
VisitScotland 3 star Museum

Web link: (where appropriate):

Places to stay nearby:
Selkirk

Local towns and villages:
- Selkirk