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Welcome to the award winning town of Melrose. Set against the backdrop of the stunning Eildon Hills and home to the World Famous Melrose Abbey and Melrose Sevens, Melrose is a wonderful place to enjoy the local highlights and attractions.
This wonderful Borders town dates back to as early as the 12 th century when it was first recorded as Mailros , 'the bare peninsula' deriving from the Old Welsh or Brythonic. |
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Originally part of Northumbria, Melrose, or rather the original monastic site at Melrose was referred to as Magilros by Saint Bede in the Anglo Saxon Chronicles.
Melrose has a rich and fantastic history filled with Romance, Poets, Kings and Roman Occupation.
The Eildon Hills overlooking the town is said to be the burial place of the mythical, medieval and legendary King Arthur, who defended Britain against the Saxon invaders in the early 6th century. At the foot of the hills is the Melrose Golf Club with its nine hole golf course. |
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Melrose Abbey, considered by many to be the most beautiful monastic ruin in Great Britain, plays host to the heart filled casket of our own Scottish King, Robert the Bruce. The discovery of a sealed casket was made during an excavation by high school students. Although the original cask was never opened it was re-sealed in a led container and buried within the grounds at Melrose Abbey, a true symbol of Scottish Heraldry and unequivocal proof that Scotland and its people are truly free.
Visit Abbotsford House , the home of renowned novelist Sir Walter Scott famous for works such as Ivanhoe , Rob Roy and The Lady of The Lake .
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Close by is the excavation of the Roman site at Trimontium where numerous finds are on display the local Roman museum in the town centre. Go on a walk throughout the site with information and tours available from the museum itself.
Held annually for a week in June is the Melrose Festival. An event filled week which includes, Kirkin' of a Melrosian, Melrosian's Rideout, Fancy Dress Parade, Community Cycle Ride, Festival Ball, Children's Sports and so much more.
Melrose is the original birth place of the Rugby Sevens, an event still held annually bringing visitors from all over the United Kingdom as well from all over the world. It is also host to the Borders Annual Book Festival. |
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Situated just off the A6091 Melrose is approximately 5 Miles from Galashiels, 39 miles from Edinburgh, 70 miles from Newcastle and 62 miles from Carlisle.
The atmosphere, friendliness and hospitality of this beautiful and picturesque Borders town ensures that Melrose is a fantastic place to visit all year round.
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