Tweeddale Museum and Gallery

Things to do in Scottish Borders
in Scotland

Description: The story of the Royal Burgh of Peebles and the surrounding area from pre-historic times up to the present. Regular exhibitions of contemporary arts and crafts throughout the summer months.

Ownership:
Scottish Borders Council

Situation � OS ref: NT 253403
In the Chambers Institute.

How to get there:
By car:
Just off the main street of Peebles.
By public transport:
Regular bus services from other border towns and from Edinburgh.

Seasonal opening details :
All year.

Opening Hours:
Monday to Friday 10.30am to 12.30pm, 1pm to 4pm
Also, 22 March till 25th October, Saturday 10am to 1pm, 2pm to 4pm.

Exhibitions 2009
28th March to 23rd May
Creative Dialogues - The Practical Studies Group.

28th March to 23rd May
Carry On Stitching - Peebles Embroiderers' Guild

30th May to 27th June
Peebles Art Club

30th May to 12th September
"A Generous Bequest" - 150 years of the Chambers Institution.

Facilities:

Admission:
Free

Contact:
Tel: 01721 724820

Attached attractions:
The Chambers Room with its magnificent friezes commissioned by William Chambers.

Additional info:
VisitScotland 2 star Museum

Web link: (where appropriate):

Places to stay nearby:
Peebles

Local towns and villages:
Peebles