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Introduction
Welcome to the festive issue of
borderevents magazine covering
November and December.
Why not shop locally this Christmas
- we have a wonderful selection of
independent shops and businesses
for you to visit along with a host of
gift and craft fairs.
Are you looking to promote an event or advertise
your business in 2020? Then now is the time to
get in touch - borderevents magazine covers the
Scottish Borders, North Northumberland and
surrounding areas. And don’t forget to mention
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We would just also like to take this opportunity
of wishing you, our readers, advertisers, event
organisers, magazine stockists and distribution
team a very Merry Christmas!
We will be back in the New Year with more ideas
on where to go, things to do and places to see!
Andrew Lang & Lesley J Wilkinson
Front Cover Pictures
1. A Christmas Carol, Hawick
2. Funbox Children’s Show, Galashiels
©John Young @Young Media.co.uk
3. Puppet Theatre, Bowhill
4. Beauty & The Beast, Galashiels
5. Festive events in the Borders
6. Court Case Re-enactments, Selkirk
©Grant Kinghorn
Contents
Page No
Ongoing Events 4 - 6
November Events 8 - 23
DecemberEvents 26- 39
Food & Drink 40- 43
Discount Card 44- 45
Business 46 - 47
Future Magazine Deadline Dates
January/February - 6 th December
March/April - 3 rd February
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accuracy of the information it publishes, but it cannot be held responsible for any consequences arising from
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Ongoing events
BORDERS MARTIAL ARTS CLASSES
Monday
Borders Martial arts Tai Chi
Guy Roberts Room (Swimming Pool Duns); 6.30pm-7.30pm.
Tuesday
Borders Martial arts Tai Chi
Southfield Community centre Duns; 3pm-4pm.
Borders Martial arts Kickboxing/self-Defence
Coldstream Community centre; 7pm-8pm. Every week.
Borders Martial arts Tai Chi
Coldstream Community centre; 8pm-9pm Every second week.
Wednesday
Borders Martial arts Kickboxing/self-Defence
Mission Hall Galashiels; 7pm-8pm
Thursday
Borders Martial arts Kung Fu/ Kickboxing/self-Defence
Guy Roberts Room (Swimming Pool Duns); 7pm-9pm
Friday
Borders Martial arts Tai Chi
Eyemouth Community Centre (Healthy Living Group); 3.30pm-4.30pm
For more information
call: 0797 453 3127
Scottish Country Dancing Classes for all ages and abilities
Mondays
Whitsome Village Hall: 7.30pm-9.30pm. 30 September-2 December & 6 January- 9 March
Tuesdays
Paxton Village Hall: 7.30pm – 9.30pm. 1 October-3 December & 7 January-10 March
Wednesdays
Duns Primary School (during term time) 3.45pm-4.30pm Primary 1-3; 4yrs-7rs;
4.15pm-5.15pm Primary 4+; 8yrs+
Eyemouth Community Centre: 7pm-9pm. 2 October-4 December & 8 January-11 March
New Members are always welcome. £2/class
Call 0796 977 0512 for more information
LIPREADING CLASSES – All Free Tel: 07824 904190
Mondays
Kelso Hospital, 10.00am-12 noon
Tuesdays
Chirnside, Southview Church, 10am-12 noon
Earlston, Red Lion Hotel, 10.30am-12.30pm
Jedburgh, Kenmore Hall, 10am-12noon
Thursdays
Eyemouth Community Centre, 10.30am–12.30pm
Hawick Community Hospital, 10am-12 noon and 6pm-8pm
Peebles, Hay Lodge Health Centre, 10am-12noon
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Ongoing Events
Retail and Coffee Shop
Open Daily
Guided Mill Tours
Monday-Thursday: 10.30am,
11.30am, 12.30pm & 1.30pm
Friday: 10am
free parking & wifi
Eastfield Mills,
Mansfield Road, Hawick TD9 8AA
Tel: 01450 360549
The Royal Voluntary Service
supports over 55s to get to their
appointments/social functions/
shopping trips and days out
If you or someone you know would
like to use our services then
Please call 01896 754481
or email:
ScottishBordersHub@
royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk
Wheatlands Road, Galashiels TD1 2HQ
Monday
9.45am-10.45am - Exercise to Music (High):
Church Hall, Earlston
5.30pm-6pm - Fatburn Extreme: St Peter’s
Church Hall, Galashiels
6pm-6.30pm – Powerhoop: St Peter’s Church
Hall, Galashiels
7pm-8pm – Zumba: Parish Church, Selkirk
www.nsfborders.co.uk T: 0798 691 4206
Tuesday
10am-11am – Zumba: St Paul’s Church Hall, Galashiels
5pm-5.45pm – Total Toning: Lucy Sanderson Hall, Galashiels
6.30pm-7.30pm – Zumba: Newtown Community Centre
Wednesday
11am-12noon – Exercise to Music (Low): Community Centre, Tweedbank
6pm-7pm – Zumba: Ednam Village Hall, Nr Kelso
Thursday
2.30pm-3.15pm – Zumba Gold: St Peter’s Church, Galashiels
5.30pm-6.20pm – Zumba: Lucy Sanderson Hall, Galashiels
6.30pm-7.30pm – Zumba: Lucy Sanderson Hall, Galashiels
Friday
9.30am-10.30am – Exercise to Music (High): Traquair Village Hall, Nr Peebles
11.15am-12noon – Legs Bums Tums: Lucy Sanderson Hall, Galashiels
6pm-6.45pm – Boxability: Lucy Sanderson Hall, Galashiels
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Ongoing Events
Many people are affected by the excessive drinking of someone
close to them. Find understanding, help and support in an
Al-Anon family Family Group. All welcome.
Wednesday: St Peter’s Church, Galashiels; 8pm. 0770 994 8205
Thursday: Our Lady & St Joseph’s Church, Selkirk; 8pm. 01896 860639
Sunday: Teviot Parish Church Hall, Hawick; 7.45pm. 01450 373056
www.al-anonuk.org.uk
Weekly Rotary Clubs Meetings
Rotary is now 113 years old and the main objective is to give and to serve others.
Members are asked to give their time, their leadership, and their business and personal skills to
help others.Rotary brings people together through activities and projects, generating community
spirit.Rotary takes action both locally and globally. Together we make a difference.
Innerleithen, Walkerburn & Traquair: Tuesdays, 7.30pm - Union Club, Peebles Rd,
Innerleithen. 01721 721724
Galashiels: Tuesdays, 6.30pm - Kingsknowes Hotel. 0784 327 1724
Selkirk: Wednesdays, 6pm - County Hotel. 01750 721233
Lauderdale: Wednesdays, 7.15pm - Lauderdale Hotel. 01578 722231
Jedburgh: Thursdays, 6pm - Carters Rest. 01450 860267
Kelso: Thursdays, 6pm - Cross Keys Hotel. 01450 363626
Melrose: Thursdays, 6pm - George & Abbotsford. 01896 822308
Duns: Thursdays, 6.30pm - White Swan. 01361 883338
Hawick: Thursdays, 6.30pm - Mansfield House. 07774 113066
Please get in touch to have your rotary club meeting listed here
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T. 01875 830515
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November Events
ONGOING EVENTS
FOR MORE WEEKLY EVENTS - SEE ALSO
PAGES 4 - 6
ONGOING EXHIBITION
The Flat Cat Gallery and Coffee Shop, Lauder, TD2
6SR; 9am - 5pm. Linda Foster: ‘Watercolours’ and
Simon Griffiths - ceramics 01578 722808
GUIDED MILL TOURS
Johnstons of Elgin, Hawick TD9 8AA; Every hour
Monday-Thursday 10.30am-1.30pm; Friday 10am.
01450 360549
ROBERT COLTART EXHIBITION
Borders Family History Society, Archive & Research
Room, Galashiels, TD1 1DP; non-members by
donation. (until 13th December) The family history of
Robert Coltart, weaver & confectioner. Open:Tues &
Thurs 10am - 15.45pm 01896 750387
JEDBURGH CRAFTY ACTIVITIES
Crafty Workshops (All Awards building), Jedburgh,
TD8 6DU; 10:30am - 5:30pm. From £5 - £15. Open
daily - Just come along no booking required, learn
new skills while having fun! Tel: 01835 862719
LET’S LOSE THE MUFFIN TOP TOGETHER!
Lbs and Ozs - Achieve Your Healthy Weight, Selkirk,
TD7 4LR; EVERY THURSDAY. 12:30pm - 1:15pm.
£120 for 12 Week Programme. Reduce your Weight,
Size & Cravings. Raise Vitality, Clarity & Balance.
Enjoy Better Sleep. Eat Well
01750 778 704/07773 634 884
WEEKLY GUIDED TOURS
Arniston House, Gorebridge, EH23 4RY; Enjoy a
Guided Tour of Arniston House and discover the
remarkable legacy of architecture, history and art.
Sunday, Tuesday & Wednesday: 2pm & 3.30pm
For tickets visit www.arnistonhouse.com/
arniston-event
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1
LAUDER CHRISTMAS SHOPPING NIGHT
Local shops will be opening until 9pm to welcome
folks in for a browse, a blether and some liquid
refreshments.
ST ABBS FRIDAY MARKET
The Ebba Centre, St Abbs, TD14 5PL; 10am - 3pm.
Free entry. Indoor market selling locally made crafts,
local produce, art, gifts and much more.
www.st-abbs-market.com
SELKIRK COMMUNITY
FIREWORKS DISPLAY
FIRST SATURDAY in NOVEMBER from 6.30pm
Licensed Bar • Hot Food • Snacks • Live Music
IN THE GROUNDS OF THE HAINING, SELKIRK
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KELSO FOLK AND LIVE MUSIC CLUB
Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8pm - 10:30pm.
Acoustic traditional and contemporary music in a
relaxing cabaret-style setting. All welcome.
01573 228769
QUIZ NIGHT
Quins Restaurant, Galashiels, TD1 3AD; 8pm. £10/
team includes supper. First Friday of every month.
Proceeds to charity - all welcome. 01896 757004
PARANORMAL NIGHT
Heatherslaw Cornmill, Ford & Etal, TD12 4TJ;
8:30pm. Tickets cost £25 per person and places are
limited, so book early to avoid disappointment. You
must be over 18 years of age to attend. Proceeds
go to Cash for Kids. It will be led by experienced
investigators using both modern & traditional
equipment. Wrap up warm & bring torch
01890 820338
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2
LAUDERDALE COMMUNITY COUNCIL
BONFIRE
Bonfire, fireworks & food at The Burnmill - all
welcome! Bonfire 5.30pm; fireworks 6.15pm
POP-UP CHRISTMAS SHOPPING EVENT
Floors Castle, Kelso, TD5 7SF; 10am - 4pm. The
perfect opportunity to start the Christmas shopping
and find special gifts for family and friends.
01573 223333
ST ABBS WOOL FESTIVAL
Eyemouth Community Centre, Eyemouth, TD14
5DE; 10am - 4pm. An amazing array of wool
crafts by local professional craft workers, artists &
shepherds. Demonstrations & workshops
018907 71154
St. Abbs Wool Festival
In Eyemouth!
Sat 2nd November
Inviting all
Wool Crafting
Enthusiasts &
The Curious...
10am to 4pm
Eyemouth Community Centre,
Eyemouth, TD14 5DE. Tel: 018907 71154
St-Abbs-Wool-Festival
Novemberr Events
Delve into the hidden gems of this country estate.
With attractions, activites, history, heritage & family fun,
Ford & Etal Estates really does have something for everybody.
Ford & Etal, near Cornhill-on-Tweed. TD12 4TJ
Delve into the hidden gems of this country estate.
With
Tel: 01890
attractions,
820 338
activites,
| Email:
history,
tourism@ford-and-etal.co.uk
heritage & family fun,
Ford & Etal Estates www.ford-and-etal.co.uk
really does have something for everybody.
Ford & Etal, near Cornhill-on-Tweed. TD12 4TJ
Tel: 01890 820 338 | Email: tourism@ford-and-etal.co.uk
EVENTS
Home to www.ford-and-etal.co.uk
the Flodden Battlefield
Attractions, activities, events & family fun;
1 November: Paranormal Night - Heatherslaw Mill
2 November: Live Music Katie Doherty & The Navigators - Etal Village Hall
EVENTS
24 November: Ford Christmas Market - Ford Village/Lady Waterford Hall
14/15 & 21/22 December: Santa Specials - Heatherslaw Light Railway
www.flodden1513.com
7 th September: Etal Flower Show
11 th 22
&
December:
12 th October:
Hay Farm
‘Looking
Christmas Fair
Back’
Traditional Old Skills Fayre and Farmers’ Market
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November Events
COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP
Coldingham Priory , Coldingham, TD14 5PE; 11am
- 3pm. (Situated beside the Priory Gates) Sale of
donated books raising funds for local projects. All
welcome to browse!
HEALING SUPPORT GROUP
Chaplaincy Centre, Melrose, TD6 9BS; 1pm - 5pm.
All sessions and refreshments are free of charge.
Relax, revive, enjoy. Support your own natural
energy with the help of the Healing Support Group.
No appointment needed 07724 771081
THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY
SANCTUARY
The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm.
Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun
day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift
shop 01835 823468
BRAIDWOOD BIG BANG BONFIRE NIGHT
Bisley at Braidwood, Selkirk, TD7 4QD; 6:30pm. £30
pp for 30 bird fun. Competition, food and fireworks
Call for details and to book 01835 870280
FAMILY FIREWORK NIGHT
St Boswells Rugby Club, St Boswells, TD6 0AL;
6:30pm. Soup and stovies availabel to buy.
Donations to the Community Club
SELKIRK COMMUNITY FIREWORKS DISPLAY
The Haining, Selkirk, TD7 5AA; 6:30pm. Licensed
bar, hot food, snacks and live music too
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LIVE MUSIC
Etal Village Hall, Ford & Etal, TD12 4TJ; 8pm. £12.
Katie Doherty and The Navigators - their music is
contagious and their shows are intimate and joyful
01890 820566
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3
POP-UP CHRISTMAS SHOPPING EVENT
Floors Castle, Kelso, TD5 7SF; 10am - 4pm. The
perfect opportunity to start the Christmas shopping
and find special gifts for family and friends.
01573 223333
COLDINGHAM BEACH CLEAN
10am. Meet the volunteers and marine ranger at
Coldingham Beach Cafe for a rewarding mornings
activity. 01890 752509
THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY
SANCTUARY
The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm.
Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun
day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift
shop 01835 823468
ICE SKATING FOR EVERYONE
Border Ice Rink, Kelso, TD5 7SL; 2:45pm - 5:15pm.
Public skating on Sundays. (Figure Skating
12.15pm-2.15pm) 01573 224 774
PRITA GREALY: IN CONCERT
The Cornucopia Room, Hawick, TD9 9EA; 7pm -
9pm. £7 at the door. Donation bar.. Prita’s unique
sound combines her love of Hip-Hop, Soul and Folk,
with live loop pedal and fingerpicking guitar.
01450 379933
Advice Surgeries
Advice surgeries held
regularly across the Borders.
MUSIC: TALISK
Corn Exchange, Melrose, TD6 9PN; 7pm. £12
Adults £6 Children (U16) when purchased in
advance online. £14 on the door. Experience the
explosively energetic yet artfully woven sound of
Talisk 01750 726400
(More than 325 surgeries held
to date as your MP)
See www.johnlamont.org for details
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4
CRAFT NIGHT NATTER
Maxton Village Hall, Maxton, Nr St Boswells, TD6
0RL; 7pm - 9pm. £2. Come along and enjoy a cuppa
and chat whilst tackling your knitting, sewing or
other craft project. All Welcome 01835 823595
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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5
GALA WATER SINGERS CHOIRS
Fountainhall School, Fountainhall, TD1 2SY;
Children £1, Adults free 2 week trial then £50/year
in 3 payments. All welcome. Children’s Community
Choir: 6.15pm-7pm. Gala Water Singers Choir:
7pm-9pm. For all those who love to sing!
01578 730289
ARTS SOCIETY BORDERS - LECTURE
Tait Hall, Kelso, TD5 7BS; 10:30am - 11:30am.
Visitors welcome £7. Turner & Ruskin -A
Celebration:200th anniversary of Ruskin’s birth.
Lecturer S Fagence-Cooper. Coffee served from
9.45am
BONFIRE NIGHT FAMILY FIREWORKS PARTY
Arniston House, Gorebridge, EH23 4RY; 6pm - 8pm.
Book in advance - £20 per car. Bonfire lit at 7pm.
Refreshments and supper available.
01875 830 515
HAWICK ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
LECTURE
Hawick High School, Hawick, TD9 0EG; 7pm - 9pm.
Non-members welcome - voluntary collection .
Border ghost stories by Billy Young 01450 379848
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6
ACT1 YOUTH - A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Hawick Town Hall, Hawick, TD9 9EF; Wednesday
- Friday evening performance at 7pm. Saturday -
matinee performance at 2pm (see advert for details)
CIRCLE DANCING
Old Parish and St Paul’s Church, Galashiels, TD1
3JU; 2pm - 4pm. £4 - all welcome. A lovely mix of
traditional & new dances and music from around
the world. No experience necessary & no partner
required 0752 346 6657
HEALTH QIGONG CLASSES
Smailholm Village Hall, Smailholm, TD5 7PJ;
6:30pm - 7:45pm. First Class is Free. Weekly
Wednesday Classes in this beautiful, ancient
Chinese health practice with Jane Miller
07962 162 464
ONE ACCHORD LADIES A CAPPELLA
CHORUS
Newtown Community Hall, Newtown St Boswells,
TD6 0QX; 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Free for 4 weeks - all
welcome. Come along and try our four part harmony
One Acchord Ladies A Cappella Chorus, no
auditions and meet new friends 0771 069 9619
Novemberr Events
ACT
ABOUT COMMUNITY THEATRE1
present
Youth
a Christmas cARol
the musical
6 th - 9 th November 2019, HAWICK TOWN HALL
Wed
6 th
7pm
Thurs
7 th
7pm
Fri
8 th
7pm
Sat
9 th
2pm
Tickets: Adults - £14 Under 16s - £6
(available from ILF Imaging, Hawick)
A CHRISTMAS CAROL THE MUSICAL
Music by ALAN MENKEN | Lyrics by LYNN AHRENS | Book by MIKE OCKRENT & LYNN AHRENS
Based on the story by Charles Dickens
Original Choreography by Susan Stroman | Originally directed by Mike Ockrent
Originally Presented at by Radio City Entertainment at the Theater at Madison Square Garden
This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International (Europe).
All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI Europe www.mtishows.co.uk
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November Events
ITALIAN NIGHT
The Plough Inn, Leitholm, TD12 4JN; Every
Wednesday 5.30pm-8pm 01890 840408
FAME JNR - BERWICK OPERATIC SOCIETY
The Maltings Theatre and Cinema, Berwickupon-Tweed,
TD15 1AJ; 7:30pm. £12.50/£10
concessions. Group discounts available. Fabulous
musical featuring hit song, “Fame”! Email:
berwickopera@yahoo.co.uk
QUIZ NIGHT
The Plough Hotel, Town Yetholm, TD5 8RF; 8pm.
£1 per person. All welcome, supper provided.
Benefiting Yetholm Primary School 01573 420215
SCOUTING FOR GIRLS TOUR
Mac Arts Centre, Galashiels, TD1 1SP; 8pm. £23
(booking fee applies). Upbeat, Fun and Infectious
Pop bangers from new Album Scouting For Boys
01896 756 852
SOLD OUT!
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7
ACT1 YOUTH - A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Hawick Town Hall, Hawick, TD9 9EF; Wednesday
- Friday evening performance at 7pm. Saturday -
matinee performance at 2pm. (see advert on page
11 for details)
KELSO AND DISTRICT PROBUS CLUB TALK
Ednam House Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HT; Speaker: Mrs
Isobel Gordon “Pagodas Platinum and Penicillin”
Visitors always welcome. Meet at 10am for 10.30am
start 01573 450293
LAUDERDALE COMMUNITY CHOIR
Lauder Public Hall, Lauder; 7pm. £3 per week
(annual membership £15). If you love to sing please
come and join this enthusiastic and friendly choir.
No auditions and no need to read music.
07733 448110
NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE SCREENING:
HANSARD
Wauchope Village Hall, Yetholm, TD5 8RA; 7pm.
£12 + bf. Don’t miss this witty and devastating
portrait of the governing class Tickets: www.
borderevents.com or call 01750 725480
GALASHIELS STUDIO CLUB
Old Gala House, Galashiels, TD1 3JS; 7:30pm -
9:30pm. Visitors welcome - £4. Workshop let by
Janet Cleghorn - Colour, colour, colour!
01896 820023
SCOTTISH WILDLIFE TRUST (DUNS)
Duns Parish Church, Duns, TD11 3DD; 7:30pm
- 9:30pm. £1.50. Illustrated talk on Scottish
Woodlands, by Nicky Hume. Followed by Raffle &
Teas. Non members welcome. 01578 740210
CHRISTMAS SHOPPING BONANZA
Down to Earth Health, Selkirk, TD7 4LR; 5pm -
7:30pm. At least 15% off gifts, calendars, diaries,
candles, jewellery and much more. Plus FREE GIFT
on Purchases over £25
01750 778 704 / 07773 634 884
TRADITIONAL MUSIC SESSION
Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8:30pm - 11pm.
free. An open session of traditional Scottish and
Celtic music and song. Listeners and performers
welcome.
Shopping Evenings
15% off
7th & 21st Nov and 5th Dec - 5pm - 7.30pm
Telephone sales available if unable to attend.
Tel: 01750 778 704
39 Tower Street, Selkirk TD7 4LR
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FAME JNR - BERWICK OPERATIC SOCIETY
The Maltings Theatre and Cinema, Berwick-upon-
Tweed’ TD15 1AJ; See Wednesday 6th for details.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8
ACT1 YOUTH - A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Hawick Town Hall, Hawick, TD9 9EF; Wednesday
- Friday evening performance at 7pm. Saturday -
matinee performance at 2pm. (see advert on page
11 for details)
ST ABBS FRIDAY MARKET
The Ebba Centre, St Abbs, TD14 5PL; 10am - 3pm.
Free entry. Indoor market selling locally made crafts,
local produce, art, gifts and much more.
www.st-abbs-market.com
THE JIM CLARK MEMORIAL RALLY (DUNS)
Visit www.jimclarkrally.org for full information
THICK SKIN, ELASTIC HEART
Towermill, Heart of Hawick, Hawick, TD9 0AE; 7pm.
Adults £6 Suitable for 16 +. An exciting collection of
contemporary spoken word monologues and group
poems. Suitable for ages 16+ 01450 360688
‘AYE WI’ US CONCERT
The Haining, Selkirk, TD7 5AA; 7:30pm - 10:30pm.
Tickets £2.50 (includes light supper) from the
Margaret Kerr Unit 01896 827914. A night of live
music with local artistes, to remember and celebrate
those who have died but who are “aye wi us”.
ROXBURGHSHIRE SWI FEDERATION SHOW
Springwood Hall, Kelso, TD5 8LS; 10am - 4pm. £3
entry. A show of members’ arts, crafts and baking
competitions - homeskills, handcrafts, photography,
floral art, painting 01573 440268
KELSO RACES
Kelso Racecourse, Kelso, TD5 7SX; 10am - 7pm.
£10 - £22. Gather your family & friends for a day
at Kelso Races - great food & drinks in a friendly
atmosphere! 01573 221221
SEWING MACHINE BASICS
ReTweed, Eyemouth, TD14 5ET; 10:30am - 3:30pm.
£39. Feel the fear and sew anyway! Demystify the
working of a sewing machine as we hold first-time/
novice sewers by the hand. 01890 751758
COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP
Coldingham Priory , Coldingham, TD14 5PE; 11am
- 3pm. (Situated beside the Priory Gates) Sale of
donated books raising funds for local projects. All
welcome to browse!
THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY
SANCTUARY
The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm.
Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun
day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift
shop 01835 823468
Novemberr Events
FAME JNR - BERWICK OPERATIC SOCIETY
The Maltings Theatre and Cinema, Berwick-upon-
Tweed, TD15 1AJ; See Wednesday 6th for details.
KELSO FOLK AND LIVE MUSIC CLUB
Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8pm - 10:30pm.
Acoustic traditional and contemporary music in a
relaxing cabaret-style setting. All welcome.
01573 228769
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9
ACT1 YOUTH - A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Hawick Town Hall, Hawick, TD9 9EF; Wednesday
- Friday evening performance at 7pm. Saturday -
matinee performance at 2pm
THE JIM CLARK MEMORIAL RALLY (DUNS)
Visit www.jimclarkrally.org for full information
01750 725480 www.borderevents.com
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SILENT DISCOS
Mac Arts Centre, Galashiels, TD1 1SP; Family -
4pm; Adults - 8pm. Coming to the Borders for the
first time EVERRRRR! Great Fun! 01896756852
FILM NIGHT - YETHOLM
Wauchope Village Hall, Yetholm, TD5 8RA; 7pm -
9pm. £6. Mary Queen of Scots (15) - all welcome
01573 420231
QUIZ NIGHT
Smailholm Village Hall, Smailholm, TD5 7PJ;
7pm. £5 per person . Join in the fun at our regular
Quizzes. Prizes for the winners. Hot supper
included. BYOB 01573 460325
FAME JNR - BERWICK OPERATIC SOCIETY
The Maltings Theatre and Cinema, Berwick-upon-
Tweed, TD15 1AJ; See Wednesday 6th for details.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10
THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY
SANCTUARY
The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm.
Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun
day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift
shop 01835 823468
ICE SKATING FOR EVERYONE
Border Ice Rink, Kelso, TD5 7SL; 2:45pm - 5:15pm.
Public skating on Sundays. (Figure Skating
12.15pm-2.15pm) 01573 224 774
MUSIC: CHRIS WOOD
Mac Arts Centre, Galashiels, TD1 1SP; 8pm. £15. A
wise and soulful craftsman, his concerts are a cliché
free zone. 01896 756 852
TOMMY ASHBY AT STRING JAM CLUB
The County Hotel Selkirk, Selkirk, TD7 4BZ;
7:30pm. £12. Borders-born rising songwriting star
whose effortlessly emotive vocals & superb guitar
07930 872033
RACE NIGHT
Selkirk Conservative Club, Selkirk, TD7 4LB;
7:30pm. Organised by Selkirk Rotarty Club - all
welcome 07718 786841
FOR ALL YOUR
BEAUTY NEEDS
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11
FOUR BORDER ABBEYS U3A
Kelso Rugby Club, Kelso, TD5 7EH; 2pm. Tea and
coffee available. Members and visitors welcome.
Speaker - David McLean ‘Votes for Women’. All
welcome Members & non-members welcome.
Tea/coffee provided
MAXTON MEETS
Maxton Village Hall, Maxton, Nr St Boswells, TD6
0RL; 7:30pm - 9pm. £2.50 - all welcome. Guest
speaker will give you a taste of their chosen topic.
Followed by tea and biscuits and time to chat. All
welcome 01835 823595
Beauty Therapy
Now offering Laser Hair Reduction
Hairdresser
Evening appointments available
Gift Vouchers Available
Call: 01578 722 727
Borders Body & Mind Ltd
Edinburgh Road, Lauder TD2 6TW
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12
GALA WATER SINGERS CHOIRS
Fountainhall School, Fountainhall, TD1 2SY;
Children £1, Adults free 2 week trial then £50/year
in 3 payments. All welcome. Children’s Community
Choir: 6.15pm-7pm. Gala Water Singers Choir:
7pm-9pm. For all those who love to sing!
01578 730289
AN EVENING WITHOUT JAKE THACKRAY
Bowhill Theatre, Selkirk, TD7 5ET; 7:30pm. Tickets
£12. Under 16s £10. 15 songs written by Jake
Thackray but never released combined with stories
of Jake’s life in a fun filled tribute. Tickets: www.
borderevents.com or call 01750 725480
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MENOPAUSE - WHEN THE HEAT IS ON
Down to Earth Health, Selkirk, TD7 4LR; If
Menopause Symptoms affect you - flushes, anxiety,
dry skin, sex drive dip, or you want to feel normal
again? 01750 778 704/07773 634 884
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13
ITALIAN NIGHT
The Plough Inn, Leitholm, TD12 4JN; Every
Wednesday 5.30pm-8pm 01890 840408
ONE ACCHORD LADIES A CAPPELLA
CHORUS
Newtown Community Hall, Newtown St Boswells,
TD6 0QX; 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Free for 4 weeks - all
welcome. Come along and try our four part harmony
One Acchord Ladies A Cappella Chorus, no
auditions and meet new friends 0771 069 9619
TRADITIONAL SCOTTISH FOLK MUSIC
The Plough Inn, Leitholm, TD12 4JN; 8pm. All
welcome 01890 840408
FASHION SHOW
Argus Centre, Selkirk, TD7 4EP; Fashion show
by Liberty Star and Christmas gift sales tables -
organised by Selkirk Rotary Club Tickets from:
0792 764 8560
FUNDRAISING CEILIDH
Carfraemill, Near Lauder, TD2 6RA; Adults £18,
Under12s £10. Some amazing prizes up for auction
too!. Come along and help raise money for house
building in Tanzania with the Vine Trust. Music from
The Ragin’ Ceilidh Band 0784 323 1685
CIRCLE DANCING
Old Parish and St Paul’s Church, Galashiels, TD1
3JU; 2pm - 4pm. £4 - all welcome. A lovely mix of
traditional & new dances and music from around
the world. No experience necessary & no partner
required 0752 346 6657
JUST BEATLES
Victoria Halls, Selkirk, TD7 4LN; 4pm. £17.50.
Together with authentic instruments, costumes
& equipment, they really capture the look,
feel, & sound of The Beatles Tickets: www.
borderevents.com or call 01750 725480
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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14
GALASHIELS STUDIO CLUB
Old Gala House, Galashiels, TD1 3JS; 5:30pm -
7:30pm. Visitors welcome - £4. Workshop led by
Marion Neilson - weather effects in acrylic
01896 820023
LAUDERDALE COMMUNITY CHOIR
Lauder Public Hall, Lauder; 7pm. Rehearsals £3 per
week (annual membership £15). If you love to sing
please come and join this enthusiastic and friendly
choir. No auditions and no need to read music.
07733 448110
TRADITIONAL MUSIC SESSION
Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8:30pm - 11pm.
free. An open session of traditional Scottish and
Celtic music and song. Listeners and performers
welcome.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15
ST ABBS FRIDAY MARKET
The Ebba Centre, St Abbs, TD14 5PL; 10am - 3pm.
Free entry. Indoor market selling locally made crafts,
local produce, art, gifts and much more.
www.st-abbs-market.com
01750 725480 www.borderevents.com
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RSCDS DUNS & DISTRICT MONTHLY DANCE
Volunteer Hall, Duns, TD11 3AF; 7:30pm - 11:30pm.
£6. Dancing to Stuart Anderson and his band - all
welcome 0796 977 0512
KELSO FOLK AND LIVE MUSIC CLUB
Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8pm - 10:30pm.
Acoustic traditional and contemporary music in a
relaxing cabaret-style setting. All welcome.
01573 228769
COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP
Coldingham Priory , Coldingham, TD14 5PE; 11am
- 3pm. (Situated beside the Priory Gates) Sale of
donated books raising funds for local projects. All
welcome to browse!
THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY
SANCTUARY
The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm.
Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun
day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift
shop 01835 823468
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16
ANNUAL WINTER SALE
William Lockie Knitwear Store , Hawick, TD9 7AQ;
9am - 5pm. Free parking across the road in the
Haugh Car Park. (Until Friday 29 November) Up to
75% Off William Lockies garments - all handcrafted
in the family owned mill 01450 375566
CHARITY ZUMBATHON
Langlee Community Centre, Galashiels; 10am -
12pm. £10, under 18s £5 (fresh fruit included). In
aid of the My name5doddie foundation. All welcome!
Scottish theme (Scottish dress optional)
07902 829 807
NEEDLE FELTING WORKSHOP
Beirhope Alpacas, Hownam, Near Kelso, TD5 8AP;
10am - 3pm. Each crafter will receive their own kit
containing all yarn/felting equipment required for the
day. Booking essential: 01573 440631 or
www.beirhope.co.uk
39 Castlegate, Berwick-upon-Tweed
Tel: (01289) 332641
Specialist Baby Shop
Clothing, toys & nursery goods
From premature to age two
STOW OLD TIME DANCING
Stow Town Hall, Stow, TD1 2QN; 7:30pm - 11:30pm.
Music from Steven Carcary. Please bring your own
supper and bottle. Tea will be provided. All welcome.
01578 730355
MELROSE MUSIC SOCIETY CONCERT
Melrose Parish Church Hall, Melrose, TD6
9LJ; 7:30pm. Tickets at the door: £15 for nonmembers:
school age children are admitted FREE
if accompanied by an adult. “Around the world in 80
minutes” Works by Matthew Trusler (violin) & Ashley
Wass (piano)
COURT CASE RE-ENACTMENTS
The Haining, Selkirk, TD7 5AA; 8pm. £10. The
Sabbath Breakers and The Lady Vanishes. Stovies
between cases Tickets: www.borderevents.com
or call 01750 725480
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17
MONTHLY CLUB SHOOT - 100 SPORTING
Bisley at Braidwood, Selkirk, TD7 4QD; All shoots
are held as 100 bird shoots, over two rounds of fifty,
using multiple sporting stands. Call for details
and to book 01835 870280
WINTER INDOOR MARKET
Coldstream Community Centre, Coldstream, TD12
4AP; 11am - 3pm. Free entry. Browse crafts stalls,
food & handmade gifts, refreshments available.
01890 883332
Also stocking:
www.babysteps-shop.co.uk
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THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY
SANCTUARY
The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm.
Come along and meet the donkeys. You can adopt a
donkey and browse the gift shop 01835 823468
STRINGS & THINGS
Smailholm Village Hall, Smailholm, TD5 7PJ;
2:30pm. £7. A concert of music & song with harpists
Elspeth Smellie & Martin Greenhow 01573 460254
ICE SKATING FOR EVERYONE
Border Ice Rink, Kelso, TD5 7SL; 2:45pm - 5:15pm.
Public skating on Sundays. (Figure Skating
12.15pm-2.15pm) 01573 224 774
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18
MEETING OF THREE BRETHREN
U3A,GALASHIELS
Gala Rugby Club, Galashiels, TD1 3HE; 2pm.
‘Pole to Pole’. Kathleen MacFarlane speaks about
journeys by ship to the High Arctic and Antarctic.
New members welcome. 01896 823493
CRAFT NIGHT NATTER
Maxton Village Hall, Maxton, Nr St Boswells, TD6
0RL; 7pm - 9pm. £2. Come along and enjoy a cuppa
and chat whilst tackling your knitting, sewing or
other craft project. All Welcome 01835 823595
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21
KELSO AND DISTRICT PROBUS CLUB TALK
Ednam House Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HT; Speaker:
Revd Bob King “Hospital and Local Radio”. Visitors
always welcome. Meet at 10am for 10.30am start
01573 450293
CHRISTMAS SHOPPING BONANZA
Down to Earth Health, Selkirk, TD7 4LR; 5pm -
7:30pm. At least 15% off gifts, calendars, diaries,
candles, jewellery and much more. Plus FREE GIFT
on Purchases over £25
01750 778 704 / 07773 634 884
LAUDERDALE COMMUNITY CHOIR
Lauder Public Hall, Lauder; 7pm. Rehearsals £3 per
week (annual membership £15). If you love to sing
please come and join this enthusiastic and friendly
choir. No auditions and no need to read music.
07733 448110
GALASHIELS STUDIO CLUB
Old Gala House, Galashiels, TD1 3JS; 7:30pm -
9:30pm. Visitors welcome - £4. Workshop led by
Lesley Mullen - Poly-printing 01896 822013
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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19
GALA WATER SINGERS CHOIRS
Fountainhall School, Fountainhall, TD1 2SY;
Children £1, Adults free 2 week trial then £50/year
in 3 payments. All welcome. Children’s Community
Choir: 6.15pm-7pm. Gala Water Singers Choir:
7pm-9pm. For all those who love to sing!
01578 730289
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20
ITALIAN NIGHT
The Plough Inn, Leitholm, TD12 4JN; Every
Wednesday 5.30pm-8pm 01890 840408
QUIZ NIGHT
The Plough Hotel, Town Yetholm, TD5 8RF; 8pm.
£1 per person. All welcome, supper provided.
Benefiting Kelso Cougars Mini Rugby
01573 420215
ANNUAL WINTER SALE
Up to 75% off
selected William Lockie garments
plus other sale brands including
Brax and Chrysalis
Sat 16 - Fri 29 November
Mon-Sat: 9am-5pm
William Lockie Knitwear Store
Teviotdale Mills,
Commercial Road
Hawick TD9 7AQ
01450 375566
www.teviotdalemills.com
01750 725480 www.borderevents.com
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TRADITIONAL MUSIC SESSION
Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8:30pm - 11pm.
free. An open session of traditional Scottish and
Celtic music and song. Listeners and performers
welcome.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22
ST ABBS FRIDAY MARKET
The Ebba Centre, St Abbs, TD14 5PL; 10am - 3pm.
Free entry. Indoor market selling locally made crafts,
local produce, art, gifts and much more.
www.st-abbs-market.com
BEESWAX WRAP WORKSHOP
Castlegate Kitchen, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15
1LF; 9:30am - 11:30am. £15. Learn how to make
your own beeswax fabric wraps and say goodbye to
clingfilm! info@seathechange.org.uk
ROXBURGHSHIRE SWI SHOPPING NIGHT
The Edinburgh Woollen Mill, Jedburgh, TD8 6EA;
6pm - 8pm. Free entry, free raffle ticket, free
supper!. All members and friends very welcome -
20% off all shopping! Call 01573 440268 if you
are going!
MURDER AT WIZARD SCHOOL
Chirnside Community Centre, Chirnside, TD11 3XR;
6:30pm. Adults £10 Child (U16) £5 - Includes soup
and sandwich supper. Borders Young Creatives
present Murder at Wizard School - A Harry Potter
Parody Murder Mystery evening 01750 726400
MUSICAL THEATRE - “TWISTED”
St Boswells Village Hall, St Boswells, TD6 0AA;
7pm. £8 (£6 concessions). A censored version of
Starkid’s comic retelling of Aladdin by Out of the
Lamp Productions, a Borders youth group. Tickets:
www.borderevents.com or call 01750 725480
KELSO FOLK AND LIVE MUSIC CLUB
Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8pm - 10:30pm.
Acoustic traditional and contemporary music in a
relaxing cabaret-style setting. All welcome.
01573 228769
CEILIDH & CONCERT FOR CHARITY
Maxton Village Hall, Maxton, Nr St Boswells, TD6
0RL; 8pm. £8. Enjoy ‘Bedlam’ + supporting artists
in aid of Margaret Kerr Unit/Bloodwise! Tickets:
01835 822795
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23
CHRISTMAS MARKET
Coldingham Village Hall, Coldingham, TD14 5NL;
10am - 2pm. Free Entry. Indoor Christmas market
selling locally made crafts, art, gifts and much more
SALVATION ARMY SALE OF WORK
Hawick Salvation Army Hall, Hawick, TD9 9RD;
10am - 2pm. Entry £1. Various craft stalls include
wood craft, jewellery, glass, home baking. Cafe
selling tea/coffee & light lunches
ANTIQUES, VINTAGE & COLLECTORS FAIR
Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh, EH28 8NB;
10am - 4pm. Saturday: £5, Sunday: £4. Up to 200
exhibitors offering a wide range of antiques, vintage
and retro items. 01636 676531
THE CRAFTERS ART AND DESIGN FAIR
Springwood Hall, Kelso, TD5 8LS; 10am - 5pm.
£1 entry fee (children free). Start your Christmas
shopping by supporting local craft people!
TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAYRE
The Haining, Selkirk, TD7 5AA; 10:30am - 4pm.
Donation at the door. Crafts, gifts, seasonal food,
live music, traditional santa
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COLDINGHAM HALL
Saturday 23rd November
Open 10am to 2pm
Refreshments
available
FREE ENTRY
www.st-abbs-market.com
Edinburgh Antiques,
Vintage & Collectors Fair
Up to 200 exhibitors offer a wide range of
antiques, vintage & retro items.
Courtesy bus Waterloo Place (opposite the Apex
Waterloo Hotel) in Edinburgh city centre - see
website for details.
Sat 23rd to Sun 24th
November
Cash only entrance:
Saturday: 8.15am (early entry) - £6
Saturday: 10am - 4.30pm - £5
Sunday: 10am - 4.00pm - £4
Royal Highland Centre - £5 per vehicle
parking charge will apply.
Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston, EH28 8NB
Tel: 01636 676531
www.b2bevents.info
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SEASONAL AND FESTIVE WREATHS
ReTweed, Eyemouth, TD14 5ET; 10:30am - 3:30pm.
£38. Get yourself into the winter spirit with our fun
and relaxed seasonal workshop making foliage &
rag rugged wreaths. 01890 751758
MUSICAL THEATRE - “TWISTED”
St Boswells Village Hall, St Boswells, TD6 0AA; 2pm
and 7pm. £8 (£6 concessions). A censored version
of Starkid’s comic retelling of Aladdin by Out of the
Lamp Productions, a Borders youth group. Tickets:
www.borderevents.com or call 01750 725480
COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP
Coldingham Priory , Coldingham, TD14 5PE; 11am
- 3pm. (Situated beside the Priory Gates) Sale of
donated books raising funds for local projects. All
welcome to browse!
ONE ACCHORD LADIES A CAPPELLA
CHORUS
Newtown Community Hall, Newtown St Boswells,
TD6 0QX; 1pm - 4pm. Free for 4 weeks - all
welcome. Come along and try our four part harmony
One Acchord Ladies A Cappella Chorus, no
auditions and meet new friends 0771 069 9619
SON YAMBU
Cheviot Centre, Wooler, NE71 6BL; 7:30pm -
9:15pm. Adults £10, conc.£9, child £5. Family
ticket £25 (2 adults and 2 children. With irresistible,
red-hot rhythms ‘Son Yambu’ play authentic ‘Son
Cubano’ - Afro-Cuban or salsa music
01668 282406
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 24
ANTIQUES, VINTAGE & COLLECTORS FAIR
Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh, EH28 8NB;
10am - 4pm. Sunday: £4. Up to 200 exhibitors
offering a wide range of antiques, vintage and retro
items. 01636 676531
THE CRAFTERS ART AND DESIGN FAIR
Springwood Hall, Kelso, TD5 8LS; 10am - 5pm.
£1 entry fee (children free). Start your Christmas
shopping by supporting local craft people!
TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAYRE
The Haining, Selkirk, TD7 5AA; 10:30am - 4pm.
Donation at the door. Crafts, gifts, seasonal food,
live music, traditional santa
THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY
SANCTUARY
The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm.
Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun
day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift
shop 01835 823468
MURDER MYSTERY SUPPER
Smailholm Village Hall, Smailholm, TD5 7PJ; 7pm.
£10 for Adults and £5 for under 16’s incl hot supper.
BYOB. Scotland’s leading Murder Mystery company
– Can You Catch the Killer – invite you to attend a
truly unique evening! 01573 460325
LOCAL FOOD FOR CHRISTMAS
Bedrule Village Hall, Hawick, TD9 8TE; 11am - 3pm.
Taste, buy & order your Christmas fare direct from
local producers & suppliers. Lunch, tea/coffee,
mince pies served too 01450 870506
FORD CHRISTMAS MARKET
Ford and Etal Estates, Ford and Etal, TD12 4TJ;
11am - 3:30pm. Browse stalls of local craft and
produce, indulge in some Christmas cheer with
mulled wine and mince pies & much more!
01890 820338
THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY
SANCTUARY
The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm.
Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun
day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift
shop 01835 823468
BORDERS FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY
MEETING
St Peter’s Church, Galashiels, TD1 3DP; 2:30pm -
4:30pm. Non members by donation. Kelso and the
American Revolution - a talk by Derek Robeson and
Dave Welsh. 01896 750387
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HAWICK MUSIC CLUB
Tower Mill Theatre, Hawick, TD9 0AE; 2:30pm.
Members and under 18’s free. Tickets £12. Aimee
Toshney & Ewan Gilford - A Scottish Soprano and
Yorkshire pianist perform together
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ICE SKATING FOR EVERYONE
Border Ice Rink, Kelso, TD5 7SL; 2:45pm - 5:15pm.
Public skating on Sundays. (Figure Skating
12.15pm-2.15pm) 01573 224 774
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26
GALA WATER SINGERS CHOIRS
Fountainhall School, Fountainhall, TD1 2SY; All
welcome. Children’s Community Choir: 6.15pm-
7pm. Gala Water Singers Choir: 7pm-9pm. For all
those who love to sing! 01578 730289
FOOD INTOLERANCE TEST-TIRED/WINDY/
MOODY?
Down to Earth Health, Selkirk, TD7 4LR; 8:30am -
6pm. Foggy Brained, Joint Pain? To Increase clarity,
energy, digestion, & feel better - get in touch to book
your session. 01750 778 704 / 07773 634 884
HAWICK ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
LECTURE
Hawick High School, Hawick, TD9 0EG; 7pm - 9pm.
Non-members welcome voluntary collection . An
illustrated lecture by James Waugh entitled ‘The
Last Spike - First Transcontinental Railway Across
the U.S.A 01450 379848
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27
ITALIAN NIGHT
The Plough Inn, Leitholm, TD12 4JN; Every
Wednesday 5.30pm-8pm 01890 840408
MUSICAL MEMORIES GROUP
Turnbull Court, Duns, TD11 3BL; 1pm - 3pm.
For anyone living with dementia or experiencing
difficulties with their memory, including family and
friends 01573 400324
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FASCINATING TALK
Melrose Parish Church Hall, Melrose. 2pm-4pm.
Talk by Liz Smith about her trip to Northern Spain
and her 500 miles walk along the pilgrims’ route -
Camino de Santiago. All welcome - tea and raffle.
Entry by dontation in aid of Scottish Borders Versus
Arthritis.
CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR
Wauchope Village Hall, Yetholm, TD5 8RA; 2pm -
7pm. Entry by Donation. Why not come along and
buy your Christmas Presents while enjoying a glass
of Mulled Wine? Proceeds to Cheviot Churches
01573 420231
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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28
LAUDERDALE COMMUNITY CHOIR
Lauder Public Hall, Lauder; 7pm. Rehearsals £3 per
week (annual membership £15). If you love to sing
please come and join this enthusiastic and friendly
choir. No auditions and no need to read music.
07733 448110
NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE SCREENING
Wauchope Village Hall, Yetholm, TD5 8RA; 7pm.
£12 + bf. Present Laughter by Noël Coward - a
giddy and surprisingly modern reflection on
fame, desire and loneliness. Tickets: www.
borderevents.com or call 01750 725480
GALASHIELS STUDIO CLUB
Old Gala House, Galashiels, TD1 3JS; 7:30pm -
9:30pm. Visitors welcome - £4. Workshop led by
Carla McColgan - watercolour and lettering on card
01896 820023
QUIZ NIGHT
The Plough Inn, Leitholm, TD12 4JN; 8pm. £2pp for
teams up to 6 people. All welcome. Cash prize of
half the money and the other half goes to a charity
chosen by winning team 01890 840408
TRADITIONAL MUSIC SESSION
Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8:30pm - 11pm.
free. An open session of traditional Scottish and
Celtic music and song. All welcome
CHARITY GIG
Tait Hall, Kelso, TD5 7BS; 7pm. Entrance is
FREE but Tickets must be booked by email:
leonardharpergow@aol.co. Four young bands:
Drenched - Dylan Paterson - Geckohead - Three
out of Four. Donations to ‘HEALTH IN MIND’
charity for mental health
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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29
ST ABBS FRIDAY MARKET
The Ebba Centre, St Abbs, TD14 5PL; 10am - 3pm.
Free entry. Indoor market selling locally made crafts,
local produce, art, gifts and much more.
www.st-abbs-market.com
D-CAFE
Cafe U, Kelso, TD5 7DS; 10am - 11:30am. A chance
for people with dementia and their family & friends
to meet for a chat, cuppa & peer support
0788 418 7962
QUIZ NIGHT
The Ebba Centre, St Abbs, TD14 5PL; 6:45pm -
10pm. £2.50pp or £7.50 with supper. Fun quiz night
with a Guy Fawkes theme, teams of 2-6
01890 771 413
CHRISTMAS DINE AND QUIZ
Quins, 23 Market Street, Galashiels TD1 3AD. Call
to book 01896 757004
TAIGH/CEILIDH HOUSE
Maxton Village Hall, Maxton, Nr St Boswells, TD6
0RL; 7:45pm. £8, £5. Soup and pudding supper and
raffle. All welcome
KELSO FOLK AND LIVE MUSIC CLUB
Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8pm - 10:30pm.
Acoustic traditional and contemporary music in a
relaxing cabaret-style setting. All welcome.
01573 228769
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30
TRADITIONAL KNITTING WORKSHOPS
(WOOLER)
10am - 3:30pm. £35. Make Christmas decorations
with Mavis in this month’s workshop. One of a series
of monthly workshops. 01668 281884
Borders Bowen Therapy
Very gentle, deeply relaxing,
extremely effective
Every Body is Better with Bowen
To book an appointment
or to find out more call
Alison on 07799 720707
www.bowen-technique.co.uk
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Prontaprint: 15a Howe Street Edinburgh EH3 6TE
t: 0131 557 3670 f: 0131 557 1187 e: sales@ppedinburgh.com w: www.prontaprint.com
The White Butterfly Concert
To reserve seats email:
leonardharpergow@aol.com
Seats MUST be Reserved in Advance
Thursday 28th November 7pm
The Tait Hall, Kelso TD5 7BS
in aid of Health in Mind
Drenched
Dylan Paterson
Geckohead
Three Out of Four
www.leonardharpergow.com
@borderevents
Tickets: Free Entry
Donations to charity
Proofing sheet

Rob Thomson Furniture
Christmas Gift Ideas
Hand crafted & individually made
in the Scottish Borders
Contact Rob on 07710 477 710
robthomson559@gmail.com
buy online www.etsy.com/uk/shop/NakedWoodCo
September Novemberr Events
COLDINGHAM COMMUNITY BOOKSHOP
Coldingham Priory , Coldingham, TD14 5PE; 11am
- 3pm. (Situated beside the Priory Gates) Sale of
donated books raising funds for local projects. All
welcome to browse!
THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY
SANCTUARY
The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm.
Come along and meet the donkeys. You can adopt a
donkey and browse the gift shop 01835 823468
ST ANDREW’S NIGHT EXTRAVAGANZA
National Mining Museum Scotland, Newtongrange,
EH22 4QN; 6:30pm. Gin Tasting, Whisky Tasting,
Mobile food truck, Photobooth, Riddle Trail around
the museum’s exhibition floors & more!
0131 663 7519
THE SCROOGE DIARIES
St Cuthbert’s Church, Norham, TD15 2LF; 7pm.
Adult £8; U16 £4 Group Ticket £18 on the door
or online. Highlights Rural Touring Scheme: The
Scrooge Diaries. Ruin someone’s Christmas and
buy them a ticket! 0774 513 0987
MARIE CURIE PENICUIK GROUP CEILIDH
St Mungo’s Church Hall, Penicuik, EH26 8HS;
7:30pm - 11:30pm. £10. Ticket includes nibbles and
are available from the fundraising group. BYOB,
tombola & raffle 0779 503 3090
Deadline for January/February issue
- Friday 6 th December -
Lady Victoria Colliery,
Newtongrange, EH22 4QN
Museum Late:
St Andrew’s Night
Extravaganza
30th November
2019
Enjoy a fun-packed night celebrating all things Scottish
with a superb programme of activities:-
Doors/Bar open from 6.30pm
Gin & Whisky Tasting with Eskbank Trading
Food options (payable separately)
Photobooth and more fun activities!
Screening of The Angel’s Share at 9.30pm
Book NOW, tickets £15
https://nationalminingmuseum.cloudvenue.co.uk/miningmuseumlatestandrewsextravaganza
The event will finish at midnight. Please note that cars may be left in the car park overnight, free of charge.
We recommend that you book your transport home in advance - taxi numbers are noted below:-
Swift - 0131 654 1004 • Grange Cabs - 01875 825900 • Ariel ABW - 0131 663 3232
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HOLMES GLASS
NEW
Showroom
and Shop
OPENING SOON!
11 Forest Mills
Selkirk TD7 5DJ
Sunday 29 th December ~ Galashiels
Tickets: 01750 725480
Festive Fun
across the Borders
TO SEE WHAT IS ON
AND WHERE, SEARCH
FOR FESTIVE FUN AT
www.liveborders.org.uk
#LiveBorders
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Cheeky Panda’s
Soft Play
Open 7 days: 11am - 3pm
(formally Mojos)
Beirhope Alpacas
New frame and much more!
Snacks & kids menu
Party room for hire
T: 07393 818848
Wheatlands Road
Galashiels TD12HQ
SPECIAL TREKS IN DECEMBER
‘All aboard the Alpaca Express’
(see listings for full details)
Hownam, Nr Kelso TD5 8AP
T: 01573 440631
www.beirhope.co.uk
Group Shoots with Friends
Call
us on
01835870280
BISLEY
AT BRAIDWOOD
Have a blast at Scotland’s largest sporting shooting school.
No prior experience necessary. Set in over 40 acres of beautiful Scottish Borders countryside,
Bisley at Braidwood is home to fantastic clay shooting for all the family, the country’s 1st
indoor 100m rifle range, air rifle range, and even virtual reality shooting simulator. Relax in
the clubhouse and enjoy a delicious burger, curry or more from the award-winning café.
Whether a complete beginner looking to try this exciting sport with expert
instruction, or a seasoned pro who wants to play all day on the automated Pay
& Play system, Bisley at Braidwood has everything you need.
Relax in the Clubhouse
Fantastic Clay Shooting
CLAY SHOOTING SCHOOL: Single, shared & group lessons. Gun hire,
professional tuition, safety glasses, headwear, clays and cartridges all included in
a novice lesson.
PRIVATE & CORPORATE EVENTS: Birthdays, stags/hens, team building,
client entertainment.
100m INDOOR RIFLE RANGE, AIR RIFLE & VIRTUAL REALITY RANGE FOR ALL
Young Shots Days & Ladies Days
Midlem, Selkirk TD7 4QD
www.bisleyshooting.co.uk
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December Events
ONGOING EVENTS
FOR MORE WEEKLY EVENTS - SEE ALSO
PAGES 4 - 6
ONGOING EXHIBITION
The Flat Cat Gallery and Coffee Shop, Lauder, TD2
6SR; 9am - 5pm. Linda Foster: ‘Watercolours’ and
Simon Griffiths - ceramics 01578 722808
ROBERT COLTART EXHIBITION
Borders Family History Society, Archive & Research
Room, Galashiels, TD1 1DP; non-members by
donation. (until 13th December) The family history of
Robert Coltart, weaver & confectioner. Open:Tues &
Thurs 10am - 15.45pm 01896 750387
GUIDED MILL TOURS
Johnstons of Elgin, Hawick TD9 8AA; Every hour
Monday-Thursday 10.30am-1.30pm; Friday 10am.
01450 360549
Christmas
at
Abbotsford
Sunday 1 st December to Christmas Eve
Festive menu in Ochiltree’s Café
Saturday 7 th & Sunday 8 th December,
11am - 3pm
Festive Family Fair – seasonal fun with
carol singing, crafts, children’s activities
& free house tours
Thursday 12 th December, 4pm - 7pm
Christmas Shopping Evening – find that last
minute gift at discounted prices
Sunday 15 th December, 2pm
Chapel carol service with mince
pies and festive drinks
“On Christmas Eve the bells we re rung
On Christmas Eve the mas s was sung”
Marmion, Sir Walter Scott
Abbotsford Melrose TD6 9BQ t. 01896 752043
www.scottsabbotsford.com
JEDBURGH CRAFTY ACTIVITIES
Crafty Workshops (All Awards building), Jedburgh,
TD8 6DU; 10:30am - 5:30pm. From £5 - £15. Open
daily - Just come along no booking required, learn
new skills while having fun! Tel: 01835 862719
LET’S LOSE THE MUFFIN TOP TOGETHER!
Lbs and Ozs - Achieve Your Healthy Weight, Selkirk,
TD7 4LR; EVERY THURSDAY. 12:30pm - 1:15pm.
£120 for 12 Week Programme. Reduce your Weight,
Size & Cravings. Raise Vitality, Clarity & Balance.
Enjoy Better Sleep. Eat Well
01750 778 704/07773 634 884
WEEKLY GUIDED TOURS
Arniston House, Gorebridge, EH23 4RY; Enjoy a
Guided Tour of Arniston House and discover the
remarkable legacy of architecture, history and art.
Sunday, Tuesday & Wednesday: 2pm & 3.30pm
For tickets visit www.arnistonhouse.com/
arniston-event
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1
ALL ABOARD THE ALPACA EXPRESS
Beirhope Alpacas, Hownam, Near Kelso, TD5 8AP;
£30 for two people, £5 per additional guest (up to
a max of 4 per alpaca) includes hot chocolate and
alpaca cookie and a small gift. Meet and feed our
alpacas, enjoy an alpaca Trek with a difference
- hunting for Santa’s lost buttons along the way.
10.30am & 1.30pm. Booking essential:
01573 440631 or www.beirhope.co.uk
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CHRISTMAS SHOPPING EXTRAVAGANZA
Denholm Village Hall, Denholm; Free entry but a
donation to the Hall would be appreciated. Buy that
unique gift for Christmas, Christmas nibbles, hot &
cold drinks. Sunday: 12-4pm; Monday 6pm-9pm
COLDSTREAM CHRISTMAS LIGHT UP
The Pipe Band leads Santa along the High Street
to the Community Centre where there will be a
Christmas Fayre & more! 01890 883332
WOOLER FARMERS’ MARKET AND
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
From 12noon. Local food, drink & crafts market,
followed by Santa’s parade, lights switch on and
carols in market place 01668 282406
THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY
SANCTUARY
The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm.
Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun
day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift
shop 01835 823468
ICE SKATING FOR EVERYONE
Border Ice Rink, Kelso, TD5 7SL; 2:45pm - 5:15pm.
Public skating on Sundays. (Figure Skating
12.15pm-2.15pm) 01573 224 774
RNLI DUNS & DISTRICT CAROL CONCERT
Kelso Old Parish Church, Kelso, TD5 7BH; 6:30pm.
Tickets at the door £7 - children 12 and under
free. Concert includes music from the Riddell
Singers & the Lifeboat Choirs from Eyemouth. The
congregation sing carols too 01890 840231
ABBEY CONSORT CONCERT
Holy Trinity Church, Melrose, TD6 9SU; 7:30pm.
£10. Programme includes Vaughan Williams’
Fantasia on Christmas Carols, extracts from
Messiah & several Carol arrangements
0781 660 8016
MONDAY, DECEMBER 2
CHRISTMAS SHOPPING EXTRAVAGANZA
Denholm Village Hall, Denholm; Free entry but a
donation to the Hall would be appreciated. Buy that
unique gift for Christmas, Christmas nibbles, hot &
cold drinks. Sunday: 12-4pm; Monday 6pm-9pm
CRAFT NIGHT NATTER
Maxton Village Hall, Maxton, Nr St Boswells, TD6
0RL; 7pm - 9pm. £2. Come along and enjoy a cuppa
and chat whilst tackling your knitting, sewing or
other craft project. All Welcome 01835 823595
December Events
MEMBER OF
THE NATIONAL
OPERATIC &
DRAMATIC
ASSOCIATION
pantomime...
Beauty
Right Angle Theatre Co.
present in
&the
Beast
Volunteer Hall
Galashiels
December 2019
Tuesday 3 rd
Wednesday 4 th
Thursday 5 th
Friday 6 th
Saturday 7 th
7pm
Tickets: £6 (Tue)
£8 (Wed - Sat)
Available from:
Fountain News
(Market Place)
Iain Smith & Partners
(Overhaugh St)
Nobles Fish Shop
(Bank St)
Further enquiries/
group bookings:
01896
753803
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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Volunteer Hall, Galashiels, TD1 3JX; 7pm. £6
Tuesday; £8 other nights. Family Pantomime.
Tickets from Fountain News, Iain Smith &
Partners & Nobles Fish Shop. 01896 753803
GALA WATER SINGERS CHOIRS
Fountainhall School, Fountainhall, TD1 2SY; All
welcome. Children’s Community Choir: 6.15pm-
7pm. Gala Water Singers Choir: 7pm-9pm. For all
those who love to sing! 01578 730289
PEEBLES CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH ON
With Christmas Market. Countdown at 7.30pm
STORYTIME WITH FATHER CHRISTMAS
Floors Castle, Kelso, TD5 7SF; 10am and 11am
01573 223 333
CHRISTMAS SHOPPING BONANZA
Down to Earth Health, Selkirk, TD7 4LR; 5pm -
7:30pm. At least 15% off gifts, calendars, diaries,
candles, jewellery and much more. Plus FREE GIFT
on Purchases over £25
01750 778 704 / 07773 634 884
HOT STONE FUSION: INDULGE YOURSELF
Down to Earth Health, Selkirk, TD7 4LR; 8:30am -
6pm. Winter Wonder Warming! Hot Stone Fusion,
the Ultimate for heat & massage, deep, slow,
rhythmic unwinding.
01750 778 704 / 07773 634 884
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Volunteer Hall, Galashiels, TD1 3JX; 7pm. £8 Family
Pantomime. Tickets from Fountain News, Iain
Smith & Partners & Nobles Fish Shop.
01896 753803
STORYTIME WITH FATHER CHRISTMAS
Floors Castle, Kelso, TD5 7SF; 10am and 11am
01573 223 333
ITALIAN NIGHT
The Plough Inn, Leitholm, TD12 4JN; Every
Wednesday 5.30pm-8pm 01890 840408
LAUDERDALE COMMUNITY CHOIR
Lauder Public Hall, Lauder; 7pm. Rehearsals £3 per
week. If you love to sing please come and join this
enthusiastic and friendly choir. No auditions and no
need to read music. 07733 448110
GALASHIELS STUDIO CLUB
Old Gala House, Galashiels, TD1 3JS; 7:30pm
- 9:30pm. Visitors welcome - £4. Workshop led
by Christine Connelly of Ce Ce Designs. Make
Christmas decorations. 01896 820023
CHRISTMAS CONCERT
National Mining Museum Scotland, Newtongrange,
EH22 4QN; 7:30pm - 9:30pm. £10 adults, £7
concs. Come along and enjoy Newtongrange Silver
Band’s annual Christmas Concert in the Old Power
House.0131 6637519
TRADITIONAL MUSIC SESSION
Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8:30pm - 11pm.
free. An open session of traditional Scottish and
Celtic music and song. Listeners and performers
welcome.
QUIZ NIGHT
The Plough Hotel, Town Yetholm, TD5 8RF; 8pm.
£1 per person. All welcome, supper provided.
Benefiting Kelso Amateur Operatic Society
01573 420215
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Volunteer Hall, Galashiels, TD1 3JX; 7pm. £8 Family
Pantomime. Tickets from Fountain News, Iain
Smith & Partners & Nobles Fish Shop.
01896 753803
KELSO AND DISTRICT PROBUS CLUB
Ednam House Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HT; Festive lunch
- visitors welcome. Call for details 01573 450293
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6
ST ABBS CHRISTMAS MARKET
The Ebba Centre, St Abbs, TD14 5PL; 10am - 7pm.
Free entry. Indoor market selling locally made crafts,
local produce, art, gifts and much more.
www.st-abbs-market.com
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Volunteer Hall, Galashiels, TD1 3JX; 7pm. £8 Family
Pantomime. Tickets from Fountain News, Iain
Smith & Partners & Nobles Fish Shop.
01896 753803
STORYTIME WITH FATHER CHRISTMAS
Floors Castle, Kelso, TD5 7SF; 10am and 11am
01573 223 333
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DEMONSTRATION AND WORKSHOP
Floors Castle, Kelso, TD5 7SF; 10am - 1pm. Floral
Christmas Decorating Demonstration and Workshop
- more details from www.floorscastle.com
01573 223 333
CIRCLE DANCING
Old Parish and St Paul’s Church, Galashiels, TD1
3JU; 2pm - 4pm. £4 - all welcome. A lovely mix of
traditional & new dances and music from around
the world. No experience necessary & no partner
required 0752 346 6657
BEESWAX WRAP WORKSHOP
Cheviot Centre, Wooler, NE71 6BL; 6:30pm -
8:30pm. £15pp. Learn how to make your own
beeswax fabric wraps and say goodbye to clingfilm!
info@seathechange.org.uk
ASHKIRK CHRISTMAS SUPPER NIGHT
The Smiddy Restaurant, Ashkirk, TD7 4NU; 7pm.
£15. Roast turkey and all the trimmings followed by
a scrummy pudding Call 01750 32242 to book
STRING JAM - JENNY BIDDLE
The County Hotel Selkirk, Selkirk, TD7 4BZ; 7:30pm
- 11pm. Great night of live music 07930 872033
TALK: A NIGHT OF SERIAL KILLERS
BURC (formerly St Paul’s Church), Spittal, TD15
1QY; 7:30pm. £15 + £1.50 booking fee. An informal
talk with some dark humour which incorporates
case studies and interviews Tickets: www.
borderevents.com or call 01750 725480
KELSO FOLK AND LIVE MUSIC CLUB
Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8pm - 10:30pm.
Acoustic traditional and contemporary music in a
relaxing cabaret-style setting. All welcome.
01573 228769
CHRISTMAS SHOPPING
EBBA CENTRE, ST. ABBS
Friday 6th December
Open 10am to 7pm
Plus the OLD SCHOOL CAFE
Friday night fish & chips.
Sit in, or takeaway, 5pm to 7pm.
Call the Old School Cafe to book on 01890 771413
ST ABBS MARKET
Every Friday until 20th December
Open 10am to 3pm
FREE ENTRY
www.st-abbs-market.com
TALK:
A NIGHT OF SERIAL
KILLERS
Friday, 6 th December
BURC, Spittal at 7.30pm
December Events
QUIZ NIGHT
Quins Restaurant, Galashiels, TD1 3AD; 8pm. £10/
team includes supper. First Friday of every month.
Proceeds to charity - all welcome. 01896 757004
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7
ALL ABOARD THE ALPACA EXPRESS
Beirhope Alpacas, Hownam, Near Kelso, TD5 8AP;
£30 for two people, £5 per additional guest (up to
a max of 4 per alpaca) includes hot chocolate and
alpaca cookie and a small gift. Meet and feed our
alpacas, enjoy an alpaca Trek with a difference
- hunting for Santa’s lost buttons along the way.
10.30am & 1.30pm. Booking essential:
01573 440631 or www.beirhope.co.uk
01750 725480
Founder of crimeviral.com,
Cheish Merryweather looks at the childhoods,
adolescence years & shocking crimes of
famous serial killers
Tickets: 01750 725480 or
www.borderevents.com
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December Events
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Volunteer Hall, Galashiels, TD1 3JX; 7pm. £8 Family
pantomime. Tickets 01896 753803
LAUDER CHRISTMAS LIGHTS FESTIVAL
Family entertainment from 2.30pm in Lauder Public
Hall. Lights switched on at 5pm by Santa! Family
Ceilidh 7.30pm
ROXBURGHSHIRE FEDERATION SWI
Carters Rest Bar and Restaurant, Jedburgh, TD8
6BE; AGM - 10.30am followed by Christmas wreath
making 2pm-4pm 01573 440268
STORYTIME WITH FATHER CHRISTMAS
Floors Castle, Kelso, TD5 7SF; 10am and 11am
01573 223 333
ALNWICK CHRISTMAS MARKET
9am - 5pm. Held in Market Square
GALASHIELS CHRISTMAS MARKET
10:30am - 3:30pm. Market Square, Galashiels -
organised by The Rotary Club of Galashiels
CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAYRE
Lochcarron Visitor Centre, Selkirk, TD7 5DZ; 9am -
5pm. Come and visit Santa too
CHRISTMAS FAYRE
Triest House, Galashiels, TD1 1SW; 10am - 2pm.
All welcome. Free entry (all proceeds go to cash
for kids). Brothers of Charity Services. Craft stalls,
home baking, refreshments, gifts, kids activities,
choir & more.
CHRISTMAS FAYRE
Saturday 7th December 2019 10-2pm
Triest House, Bridge Street, Galashiels
(Opposite Farm Foods)
Come and Join in the fun !
We have lots of stalls, fun activities for the
kids, young and old and lots more!
JED JOGGERS FAMILY 5K FUN RUN
The Pavilion, Jedburgh; 10am. Registration on the
day from 9am. £8 for adults, £4 for under 16s. £20
for a family of 4.. Medal for all finishers. Prizes for
fancy dress. All children must be accompanied by
an adult. In aid of cash for kids
SPITTAL CHRISTMAS FAIR
BURC (formerly St Paul’s Church), Spittal, TD15
1QY; 10:30am - 4:30pm. Free Entry. Tea/coffee,
festive home baking, raffle, tombola and few stalls
to browse around. All welcome All proceeds go
towards Spittal Improvements Trust’s work
in Spittal
FESTIVE FAMILY FAIR
Abbotsford House, Melrose, TD6 9BQ; 11am - 3pm.
Seasonal fun with carol singing, crafts, children’s
activities and free house tours 01896 752043
HEALING SUPPORT GROUP
Chaplaincy Centre, Melrose, TD6 9BS; 1pm - 5pm.
All sessions and refreshments are free of charge.
Relax, revive, enjoy. Support your own natural
energy with the help of the Healing Support Group.
No appointment needed 07724 771081
THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY
SANCTUARY
The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm.
Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun
day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the
gift shop 01835 823468
PUPPETS: LOST BEAR AT CHRISTMAS
Bowhill Theatre, Selkirk, TD7 5ET; 3pm. £8 Adults,
£6 Children, Family (2+2) £25. LOST BEAR finds
himself in a world that is full of Lost things, Lost
Toys, Lost Hats, & Lost Umbrellas. Suitable for 3’s
Tickets: www.borderevents.com or
call 01750 725480
FILM NIGHT - YETHOLM
Wauchope Village Hall, Yetholm, TD5 8RA; 7pm -
9pm. £6. Stan and Ollie (PG). All welcome
01573 420231
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MELROSE MUSIC SOCIETY CONCERT
Melrose Parish Church Hall, Melrose, TD6 9LJ;
3pm. Tickets at the door: £15 for non-members:
school age children are admitted FREE if
accompanied by an adult. Scozzesi - one of
Scotland’s finest Male Vocal Ensembles - will
perform Operatic favourites and songs from nearer
home
December Events
WINTER CONCERT
Earlston High School, Earlston, TD4 6JP; 7pm.
Lauderdale Community Choir. Enjoy music on
a theme of a Woman’s Song- music written/
composed/arranged by women
HOUSE & GROUNDS
CHRISTMAS CONCERT - RUDSAMBEE
Rosslyn Chapel, Roslin, EH25 9PU; 7:30pm -
9:30pm. £12, £15. Join us for an evening of music
for the season and some festive refreshments in the
interval. 0131 440 2159
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8
LADIES DAY AT BISLEY
Bisley at Braidwood, Selkirk, TD7 4QD; The day is
open to all ladies of any shooting experience Call
for details and to book 01835 870280
STORYTIME WITH FATHER CHRISTMAS
Floors Castle, Kelso, TD5 7SF; 10am and 11am
01573 223 333
FESTIVE FAMILY FAIR
Abbotsford House, Melrose, TD6 9BQ; 11am - 3pm.
Seasonal fun with carol singing, crafts, children’s
activities and free house tours 01896 752043
KELSO RACES - FESTIVE FAMILY DAY
Kelso Racecourse, Kelso, TD5 7SX; 11am - 3:30pm.
£10 - £20. It’s the perfect day out for the whole
family with free entry for children & festive fun in
marquee! 01573 221221
BERWICK CHRISTMAS MARKET
11am - 4pm. Held in the Marygate - organised by
Berwick Rotary
THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY
SANCTUARY
The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm.
Come along and meet the donkeys. You can adopt a
donkey and browse the gift shop 01835 823468
ICE SKATING FOR EVERYONE
Border Ice Rink, Kelso, TD5 7SL; 2:45pm - 5:15pm.
Public skating on Sundays. (Figure Skating
12.15pm-2.15pm) 01573 224 774
01750 725480
A magical day out for the
whole family this winter...
BOOK
ONLINE
www.border
events.com
CLYDEBUILT
PUPPET THEATRE:
Lost Bear at
Christmas
7 th DECEMBER
3pm
Christmas
Wreath
Making
DECEMBER
10 th 10am - 12noon
and 2 - 4pm
11 th 10am - 12noon
and 6 - 8pm
12 th 2 - 4pm
and 6 - 8pm
Bowhill House Bowhill Selkirk TD7 5ET
Tel: 01750 22204 | E: info@bowhillhouse.co.uk
FOR FURTHER INFO, NEWS & EVENTS VISIT
WWW.BOWHILLHOUSE.CO.UK
The Buccleuch Living Heritage Trust Registered Charity No: SC014915
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ABBEY CONSORT CONCERT
St Andrew’s Church, Kelso; 3pm. £10. Programme
includes Vaughan Williams’ Fantasia on Christmas
Carols, extracts from Messiah & several Carol
arrangements 0781 660 8016
MONDAY, DECEMBER 9
FOUR BORDER ABBEYS U3A
Kelso Rugby Club, Kelso, TD5 7EH; 12:30pm.
Members’ Christmas Social
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10
FESTIVE CANDLE MAKING WORKSHOP
Floors Castle, Kelso, TD5 7SF; £55 per person,
includes materials and also soup & sandwiches.
10am – 1pm & 1pm - 4pm. You will create your
own fragrance and will make a candle to take
home! Booking essential: 01573 223 333 or
www.floorscastle.com
GALA WATER SINGERS CHOIRS
Fountainhall School, Fountainhall, TD1 2SY;
Children £1, Adults free 2 week trial then £50/year
in 3 payments. All welcome. Children’s Community
Choir: 6.15pm-7pm. Gala Water Singers Choir:
7pm-9pm. For all those who love to sing!
01578 730289
MENOPAUSE - WHEN THE HEAT IS ON
Down to Earth Health, Selkirk, TD7 4LR; If
Menopause Symptoms affect you - flushes, anxiety,
dry skin, sex drive dip, or you want to feel normal
again? 01750 778 704/07773 634 884
WREATH MAKING WORKSHOP
Bowhill House and Country Estate, Selkirk, TD7
5ET; £25 (includes coffee and mince pie). Tues:
10am-12noon & 2pm-4pm. Wed: 10am-12noon &
6pm-8pm; Thurs: 2pm-4pm. Our Ranger will guide
you through how of to make a wreath that you and
your visitors will admire. Book: 01750 22204 or
info@bowhillhouse.co.uk;
ARTS SOCIETY BORDERS - LECTURE
Tait Hall, Kelso, TD5 7BS; 10:30am - 11:30am.
Visitors welcome £7. ‘Debo’ Mitford, Cavandish,
Devonshire, Duchess, Houswife 1920-2014:
Lecturer, Simon Seligman. Coffee served from 9.45
Always check that events are still on
before embarking on a long journey
WREATH MAKING WORKSHOP &
AFTERNOON TEA
National Mining Museum Scotland, Newtongrange,
EH22 4QN; 12pm - 3pm. Mulled wine, afternoon tea
& workshop £26. Make a wreath perfect for hanging
on your door or for gifting. All tools and materials are
provided. Booking recommended:
0131 663 7519
MELROSE HISTORICAL &
ARCHAEOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION
Ormiston Rooms, Corn Exchange, Melrose, TD6
9PN; 7:30pm. Free to Members, £3 to visitors.
Followed by tea / coffee and Christmas treats..
‘Scottish Routes to Flodden 1513’ - An illustrated
talk presented by Dr. David Caldwell.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11
STORYTIME WITH FATHER CHRISTMAS
Floors Castle, Kelso, TD5 7SF; 10am and 11am
01573 223 333
WREATH MAKING WORKSHOP
Bowhill House and Country Estate, Selkirk, TD7
5ET; £25 (includes coffee and mince pie). Tues:
10am-12noon & 2pm-4pm; Wed: 10am-12noon &
6pm-8pm; Thurs: 2pm-4pm. Our Ranger will guide
you through how of to make a wreath that you and
your visitors will admire. Book: 01750 22204 or
info@bowhillhouse.co.uk
ITALIAN NIGHT
The Plough Inn, Leitholm, TD12 4JN; Every
Wednesday 5.30pm-8pm 01890 840408
TRADITIONAL SCOTTISH FOLK MUSIC
The Plough Inn, Leitholm, TD12 4JN; 8pm. All
welcome 01890 840408
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12
STORYTIME WITH FATHER CHRISTMAS
Floors Castle, Kelso, TD5 7SF; 10am and 11am
01573 223 333
WREATH MAKING WORKSHOP
Bowhill House and Country Estate, Selkirk, TD7
5ET; £25 (includes coffee and mince pie). Tues:
10am-12noon & 2pm-4pm; Wed: 10am-12noon &
6pm-8pm; Thurs: 2pm-4pm. Our Ranger will guide
you through how of to make a wreath that you and
your visitors will admire. Book: 01750 22204 or
info@bowhillhouse.co.uk;
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WREATH MAKING WORKSHOP &
AFTERNOON TEA
National Mining Museum Scotland, Newtongrange,
EH22 4QN; 12pm - 3pm. Mulled wine, Afternoon tea
& Workshop £26. Make a wreath perfect for hanging
on your door or for gifting. All tools and materials are
provided. Booking recommended:
0131 663 7519
HEALTH IN HARMONY CHOIR CHRISTMAS
CONCERT
Melrose Parish Church; 7.30pm. £5. All welcome!
All money from tickets will be split between Health
in Harmony Choir and SiMBA Charity. Tickets:
www.borderevents.com or call 01750 725480
CHRISTMAS SHOPPING EVENING
Abbotsford Visitor Centre, Melrose, TD6 9BQ; 4pm
- 7pm. Find that last minute gift at discounted prices!
01896 752043
LAUDERDALE COMMUNITY CHOIR
Lauder Public Hall, Lauder; 7pm. Rehearsals £3 per
week (annual membership £15). If you love to sing
please come and join this enthusiastic and friendly
choir. No auditions and no need to read music.
07733 448110
GALASHIELS STUDIO CLUB
Old Gala House, Galashiels, TD1 3JS; 7:30pm -
9:30pm. Christmas Quiz - visitors welcome
01896 820023
TRADITIONAL MUSIC SESSION
Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8:30pm - 11pm.
free. An open session of traditional Scottish and
Celtic music and song. Listeners and performers
welcome.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13
ST ABBS FRIDAY MARKET
The Ebba Centre, St Abbs, TD14 5PL; 10am - 3pm.
Free entry. Indoor market selling locally made crafts,
local produce, art, gifts and much more.
www.st-abbs-market.com
STORYTIME WITH FATHER CHRISTMAS
Floors Castle, Kelso, TD5 7SF; 10am and 11am
01573 223 333
SANTA’S GROTTO
National Mining Museum Scotland, Newtongrange,
EH22 4QN; 12pm - 4pm. £5 per child: includes
ticket to meet Santa, gift, crafts and trailsheet. Come
along to meet Santa and his helpers, have a photo
taken with him, receive a gift, do wee crafts & follow
our trail! 0131 663 7519
BEESWAX WRAP WORKSHOP
Coldstream Community Centre, Coldstream, TD12
4AP; 2pm - 4pm. £15 pp. Learn how to make your
own beeswax fabric wraps and say goodbye to
clingfilm! info@seathechange.org.uk
ASHKIRK FESTIVE HIGH TEA
The Smiddy Restaurant, Ashkirk, TD7 4NU; 4pm -
6pm. £12.50. Cakes and tea/coffee
Call 01750 32242 to book
MRS BEETON, MY SISTER (HIGHLIGHTS
SHOW)
Cheviot Centre, Wooler, NE71 6BL; 7:30pm - 9pm.
Adults £10, conc.£9, child £5. Family ticket £25 (2
adults and 2 children. Recalling the extraordinary life
of Isabella Beeton and her world-famous ‘Book of
Household Management’. 01668 282406
RSCDS DUNS & DISTRICT MONTHLY DANCE
Volunteer Hall, Duns, TD11 3AF; 7:30pm - 11:30pm.
£6. Dancing to Luke Brady and his band - all
welcome 0796 977 0512
December Events
PUBLIC SKATING
ON SUNDAYS
2.45pm - 5.15pm
Extra December Skating Dates
23 rd & 27 th : 2pm-4.30pm
28 th : 2.45pm-5.15pm, 29 th & 30 th : 2pm-4.30pm
01750 725480 www.borderevents.com
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December Events
CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT
The Haining, Selkirk, TD7 5AA; 7:30pm. Tickets £10
from Scott’s Selkirk shop. Ticket includes mulled
wine and festive nibbles
KELSO FOLK AND LIVE MUSIC CLUB
Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8pm - 10:30pm.
Acoustic traditional and contemporary music in a
relaxing cabaret-style setting. All welcome.
01573 228769
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14
STORYTIME WITH FATHER CHRISTMAS
Floors Castle, Kelso, TD5 7SF; 10am and 11am
01573 223 333
ALL ABOARD THE ALPACA EXPRESS
Beirhope Alpacas, Hownam, Near Kelso, TD5 8AP;
£30 for two people, £5 per additional guest (up to
a max of 4 per alpaca) includes hot chocolate and
alpaca cookie and a small gift. Meet and feed our
alpacas, enjoy an alpaca Trek with a difference
- hunting for Santa’s lost buttons along the way.
10.30am & 1.30pm. Booking essential: 01573
440631 or www.beirhope.co.uk
SANTA SPECIALS
Heatherslaw Light Railway, Etal, TD12 4TJ; £12 and
includes your return journey on this festive train,
light refreshments, and a family visit to Santa with
a quality gift for each child. Trains: 11am, 12.30pm
and 2pm www.heatherslawlightrailway.co.uk
or 01890 820244 to book
DÉCOUPAGE AND BUTTONTASTIC CARD
MAKING
ReTweed, Eyemouth, TD14 5ET; 10am - 2pm. £24.
Take a few hours for yourself and make some lovely
and unique cards to send to your best friends and
the people you love 01890 751758
CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT
The Haining, Selkirk, TD7 5AA; 7:30pm. Tickets £10
from Scott’s Selkirk shop. Ticket includes mulled
wine and festive nibbles
CHRISTMAS MARKET
High Street, Jedburgh
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Sunday15 th December
11am - 2pm
30+ stalls ~ Traffic Free ~ Shops Open
SANTA’S GROTTO
National Mining Museum Scotland, Newtongrange,
EH22 4QN; 12pm - 4pm. £5 per child: includes
ticket to meet Santa, gift, crafts and trailsheet. Come
along to meet Santa and his helpers, have a photo
taken with him, receive a gift, do wee crafts & follow
our trail! 0131 663 7519
THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY
SANCTUARY
The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm.
Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun
day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift
shop 01835 823468
MELROSE CHRISTMAS PARADE
5:30pm. Walk from the Co-op store, along
Buccleuch Street, up Abbey Street to Market Square
for carol singing. Meet Santa too!
STOW OLD TIME DANCING
Stow Town Hall, Stow, TD1 2QN; 7:30pm - 11:30pm.
Music from Bon Accord. Please bring your own
supper and bottle. Tea will be provided. All welcome.
01578 730355
ELEPHANT SESSIONS + GUESTS
Mac Arts Centre, Galashiels, TD1 1SP; 7:30pm.
£12. Join MacArts and Elephant Sessions for a
Festive Shindig! Early booking highly advisable!!!
01896 756 852
SKERRYVORE
Victoria Halls, Selkirk, TD7 4LN; 7:30pm. £20. You
are guaranteed a lively evening of contemporary
Scottish music - a great way to begin the fesive
season! Tickets: www.borderevents.com or
call 01750 725480
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15
ALL ABOARD THE ALPACA EXPRESS
Beirhope Alpacas, Hownam, Near Kelso, TD5
8AP; See Saturday 14th for details. 10.30am &
1.30pm. Booking essential: 01573 440631 or
www.beirhope.co.uk
PETER PAN PANTOMIME
National Mining Museum Scotland, Newtongrange,
EH22 4QN; £10 adults, £8 children. Packed full
of slapstick, excitement and toe-tapping musical
numbers! Performances will run at 12pm & 2.30pm
Book now: 0131 663 7519
01750 725480

SANTA SPECIALS
Heatherslaw Light Railway, Etal, TD12 4TJ; £12
See Saturday 14th for details. Bookings taken via
www.heatherslawlightrailway.co.uk or
01890 820244
STORYTIME WITH FATHER CHRISTMAS
Floors Castle, Kelso, TD5 7SF; 10am and 11am
01573 223 333
JEDBURGH CHRISTMAS MARKET
11am - 2pm. In the High Street. Over 30 stalls plus
shops will be open too 07765 246 124
CHRISTMAS CLUBSHOOT
Bisley at Braidwood, Selkirk, TD7 4QD; 11am.
50 Bird Sporting Christmas Shoot. Followed by a
Christmas lunch Call for details and to book
01835 870280
THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY
SANCTUARY
The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm.
Come along and meet the donkeys. You can adopt a
donkey and browse the gift shop 01835 823468
CAROL SERVICE
Abbotsford House, Melrose, TD6 9BQ; 2pm. Chapel
carol service with mince pies and festive drinks - all
welcome 01896 752043
ICE SKATING FOR EVERYONE
Border Ice Rink, Kelso, TD5 7SL; 2:45pm - 5:15pm.
Public skating on Sundays. (Figure Skating
12.15pm-2.15pm) 01573 224 774
CHRISTMAS CONCERT
Stow Church, Stow, TD1; 3pm. Gala Water Singers
Christmas Concert - all welcome. 01578 730289
December Events
SANTA’S GROTTO
National Mining Museum Scotland, Newtongrange,
EH22 4QN; 12pm - 4pm. £5 per child: includes
ticket to meet Santa, gift, crafts and trailsheet. Come
along to meet Santa and his helpers, have a photo
taken with him, receive a gift, do wee crafts & follow
our trail! 0131 663 7519
MONDAY, DECEMBER 16
MEETING OF THREE BRETHREN U3A
Gala Rugby Club, Galashiels, TD1 3HE; 2pm.
Brian Barry collects milk bottle tops - tons of them.
Some amusing anecdotes about this curious hobby!
Refreshments. 01896 823493
01750 725480 www.borderevents.com
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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17
GALA WATER SINGERS CHOIRS
Fountainhall School, Fountainhall, TD1 2SY;
Children £1, Adults free 2 week trial then £50/year
in 3 payments. All welcome. Children’s Community
Choir: 6.15pm-7pm. Gala Water Singers Choir:
7pm-9pm. For all those who love to sing!
01578 730289
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18
ITALIAN NIGHT
The Plough Inn, Leitholm, TD12 4JN; Every
Wednesday 5.30pm-8pm 01890 840408
WALKING WITH HEROES CONCERT
Volunteer Hall, Galashiels, TD1 3JX; 7:30pm. £12.
The Band of The Royal Regiment of Scotland will be
performing. Proceeds to Poppyscotland. Tickets:
www.poppyscotland.org.uk.
0131 557 2782
LAUDERDALE COMMUNITY CHOIR
Lauder Public Hall, Lauder; 7pm. Rehearsals £3 per
week (annual membership £15). If you love to sing
please come and join this enthusiastic and friendly
choir. No auditions and no need to read music.
07733 448110
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20
QUIZ NIGHT
The Plough Hotel, Town Yetholm, TD5 8RF; 8pm.
£1 per person. All welcome, supper provided.
Benefiting Wauchope Hall 01573 420215
ST ABBS FRIDAY MARKET
The Ebba Centre, St Abbs, TD14 5PL; 10am - 3pm.
Free entry. Indoor market selling locally made crafts,
local produce, art, gifts and much more.
www.st-abbs-market.com
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19
CHAPEL BY CANDLELIGHT
Rosslyn Chapel, Roslin, EH25 9PU; 7pm - 9pm.
£20, The price includes a copy of our official
Guidebook. Hear about its history and unique
carvings from one of our Guides before finishing the
evening with a glass of wine Booking essential:
www.rosslynchapel.com
TRADITIONAL MUSIC SESSION
Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso, TD5 7HL; 8:30pm -
11pm. free. An open session of traditional Scottish
and Celtic music &song. Listeners & performers
welcome.
SANTA’S GROTTO
National Mining Museum Scotland, Newtongrange,
EH22 4QN; 12pm - 4pm. £5 per child: includes
ticket to meet Santa, gift, crafts and trailsheet. Come
along to meet Santa and his helpers, have a photo
taken with him, receive a gift, do wee crafts & follow
our trail! 0131 663 7519
CHRISTMAS AFTERNOON TEA
Ayton Castle, Ayton, TD14 5RD; 2:30pm - 4pm.
Join us for a sumptuous selection of sandwiches,
pastries & cakes in the splendour of the ball room
and dining room 01890 781612
DONKEY HEAVEN
in the heart of the Scottish Borders
Open 2pm - 4.30pm (last entry 4pm)
Saturdays & Sundays
including 28 th /29 th Dec & 4 th /5 th Jan
Donkey adoption packs available online all year
or to buy in our shop during weekend openings
Lovely gifts, Christmas cards, calendars and
cuddly toys available to buy in our on-site shop
Tel: 01835 823468 www.donkeyheaven.org Newtown St Boswells
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01750 725480
Scottish Charity No. SC 034634

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21
ALL ABOARD THE ALPACA EXPRESS
Beirhope Alpacas, Hownam, Near Kelso, TD5 8AP;
£30 for two people, £5 per additional guest (up to
a max of 4 per alpaca) includes hot chocolate and
alpaca cookie and a small gift. Meet and feed our
alpacas, enjoy an alpaca Trek with a difference
- hunting for Santa’s lost buttons along the way.
10.30am & 1.30pm. Booking essential:
01573 440631 or www.beirhope.co.uk
CHRISTMAS YOUNG SHOTS DAY
Bisley at Braidwood, Selkirk, TD7 4QD; £40. Price
includes clays, cartridges, tuition, gun hire, all safety
equipment and a light lunch (10-17yrs) Call for
details and to book 01835 870280
SANTA SPECIALS
Heatherslaw Light Railway, Etal, TD12 4TJ; £12
and includes your return journey on this festive
train, light refreshments, and a family visit to Santa
with a quality gift for each child. Trains run at 11am,
12.30pm and 2pm Bookings taken via www.
heatherslawlightrailway.co.uk or
01890 820244
AYTON CASTLE GUIDED TOURS
Ayton Castle, Ayton, TD14 5RD; 10am - 3:30pm.
£9. Guided tours around the Castle are available to
admire the Christmas decorations and also visit the
garden 01890 781612
THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY
SANCTUARY
The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm.
Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun
day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift
shop 01835 823468
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 22
ALL ABOARD THE ALPACA EXPRESS
Beirhope Alpacas, Hownam, Near Kelso, TD5
8AP; See Saturday 21st for details.10.30am &
1.30pm. Booking essential: 01573 440631 or
www.beirhope.co.uk
CHRISTMAS FAIR
Hay Farm Heavy Horse Centre, Ford & Etal, TD12
4TR; The whole farm is transformed - horses in
Christmas stables, craft & food market, carriage
rides with Santa and more! 01890 820601
SANTA SPECIALS
Heatherslaw Light Railway, Etal, TD12 4TJ; £12
See Saturday 21st for details. Bookings taken via
www.heatherslawlightrailway.co.uk or
01890 820244
December Events
SANTA’S GROTTO
National Mining Museum Scotland, Newtongrange,
EH22 4QN; 12pm - 4pm. £5 per child: includes
ticket to meet Santa, gift, crafts and trailsheet. Come
along to meet Santa and his helpers, have a photo
taken with him, receive a gift, do wee crafts & follow
our trail! 0131 663 7519
Christmas at Ayton Castle
Tours & Teas
Friday 20 & Saturday 21 December
Details and booking: www.aytoncastle.co.uk
CHRISTMAS FAYRE
SUNDAY, 22 ND DECEMBER
❅ Meet Santa in his
grotto and have a
carriage ride
❅ Traditional Market
❅ Visit horses in their
Christmas Stables
❅ Refreshments and
homemade produce
Open Tuesday-Sunday: 10am-5pm
Closed - December (*except for Fair)
Entry by donation
For full details of what’s on visit
www.hayfarmheavies.co.uk
Hay Farm Heavy Horse Centre
Ford & Etal Estate, TD12 4TR
Tel: 01890 820 601
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December Events
ICE SKATING FOR EVERYONE
Border Ice Rink, Kelso, TD5 7SL; 2:45pm - 5:15pm.
Public skating on Sundays. (Figure Skating
12.15pm-2.15pm) 01573 224 774
SANTA’S GROTTO
National Mining Museum Scotland, Newtongrange,
EH22 4QN; 12pm - 4pm. £5 per child: includes
ticket to meet Santa, gift, crafts and trailsheet. Come
along to meet Santa and his helpers, have a photo
taken with him, receive a gift, do wee crafts & follow
our trail! 0131 663 7519
THE SCOTTISH BORDERS DONKEY
SANCTUARY
The Holmes, St Boswells, TD6 0EL; 2pm - 4:30pm.
Come along and meet the donkeys and enjoy a fun
day out. You can adopt a donkey and browse the gift
shop 01835 823468
MONDAY, DECEMBER 23
ALL ABOARD THE ALPACA EXPRESS
Beirhope Alpacas, Hownam, Near Kelso, TD5 8AP;
See Saturday 21st for details. 10.30am & 1.30pm.
Booking essential: 01573 440631 or www.
beirhope.co.uk
Association of Selkirk Clubs
& Societies Project (ASCS)
presents
Ali Baba
Friday 27 th Dec: 7.15pm
Saturday 28 th Dec:
2pm & 7.15pm
Full of Eastern promise and
‘panto’ fun for all the family!
ICE SKATING FOR EVERYONE
Border Ice Rink, Kelso, TD5 7SL; 2pm - 4:30pm.
Public ice skating 01573 224 774
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 24
ALL ABOARD THE ALPACA EXPRESS
Beirhope Alpacas, Hownam, Near Kelso, TD5 8AP;
£30 for two people, £5 per additional guest (up to
a max of 4 per alpaca) includes hot chocolate and
alpaca cookie and a small gift. Meet and feed our
alpacas, enjoy an alpaca Trek with a difference
- hunting for Santa’s lost buttons along the way.
10.30am & 1.30pm. Booking essential:
01573 440631 or www.beirhope.co.uk
COMMUNITY CAROL SERVICE
Hawick Town Hall, Hawick, TD9 9EF; 7pm.
Collection for charity. All welcome to the carol
service organised by Hawick Salvation Army.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 27
ICE SKATING FOR EVERYONE
Border Ice Rink, Kelso, TD5 7SL; Public ice skating.
Fri: 2pm-4.30pm. 01573 224 774
SELKIRK PANTOMIME: ALI BABA
Victoria Halls, Selkirk, TD7 4LN; Friday: 7.15pm;
Saturday 2pm & 7.15pm Tickets: £8, £4 from
Scott’s Selkirk Shop from Saturday 23rd
November
QUIZ NIGHT
The Ebba Centre, St Abbs, TD14 5PL; 6:45pm -
10pm. £2.50pp or £7.50 with supper. End of year
fun quiz night, everyone welcome, teams of 2-6,.
018907 71413
Tickets £8 & £4
available from
Scott’s Selkirk Shop
18 Market Place,
Selkirk
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 28
ICE SKATING FOR EVERYONE
Border Ice Rink, Kelso, TD5 7SL; Public ice skating.
Sat: 2.45pm-5.15pm; 01573 224 774
CHRISTMAS ICE DISCO
Border Ice Rink, Kelso, TD5 7SL; 6pm - 8:30pm.
Family skating - all welcome! 01573 224 774
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SELKIRK PANTOMIME: ALI BABA
Victoria Halls, Selkirk, TD7 4LN; Friday: 7.15pm;
Saturday 2pm & 7.15pm Tickets: £8, £4 from
Scott’s Selkirk Shop from Saturday 23rd
November
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 29
ICE SKATING FOR EVERYONE
Border Ice Rink, Kelso, TD5 7SL; Public ice skating.
2pm-4.30pm 01573 224 774
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31
AULD YEAR’S STEAK NIGHT
The Smiddy Restaurant, Ashkirk, TD7 4NU; 3
course meal with steaks featured for the main
course Call 01750 32242 to book
PEEBLES HOGMANAY TORCHLIGHT
PROCESSION
6pm. A magical parade of fire will shimmer its way
through the beautiful streets of Peebles, bringing
warmth and fun!
December/Future Events
KELSO RACES - FESTIVE FLING
Kelso Racecourse, Kelso, TD5 7SX; 10am - 6pm.
£10 - £22. Escape the house during the festive
break - enjoy a day at the races with family &
friends! 01573 221221
FUNBOX – CHRISTMAS IN TOY TOWN
Volunteer Hall, Galashiels, TD1 3JX; 1pm. £12;
Family £42. Christmas in Toy Town is perfect hollyjolly
silliness for all the family. We may even need
your help on stage too! Come dressed as, or bring,
your favourite toy and wear your santa hat too
Tickets: www.borderevents.com or call
01750 725480
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 1
NEW YEAR’S DAY SPECIAL
The Smiddy Restaurant, Ashkirk, TD7 4NU;
12:30pm - 5pm. Pie and a pint £12.50 Call
01750 32242 to book
MONDAY, DECEMBER 30
ICE SKATING FOR EVERYONE
Border Ice Rink, Kelso, TD5 7SL; Public ice skating.
2pm-4.30pm 01573 224 774
SATURDAY, JANUARY 4
HEALING SUPPORT GROUP
Chaplaincy Centre, Melrose, TD6 9BS; 1pm - 5pm.
All sessions and refreshments are free of charge.
Relax, revive, enjoy. Support your own natural
energy with the help of the Healing Support Group.
No appointment needed 07724 771081
NEW DECADE: LEARN NEW OR ADDITIONAL SKILLS
WEEKENDS - January 31st & INTENSIVE - Apr 25th - May 9th
Covering:
ACCREDITED KINESIOLOGY
FOUNDATION COURSE
Muscle Testing
Food Intolerance Testing
14 Meridians
Yin/Yang
Emotional Stress Release
Breast Congestion Technique
Neurological Disorganisation
Nutritional Supplement Testing
Download prospectus: Health-School.co.uk Email Rosemary: learn@health-school.co.uk
01750 725480 www.borderevents.com
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Food & Drink
ASHKIRK
THE SMIDDY, ASHKIRK
RESTAURANT AND BAR
Tel: 01750 32242
Meals served all day Saturday & Sunday
Tues - Fri from 5pm; Thurs & Fri lunchtime
Eyemouth Haddock & Chips - Thursday
Roast Dinner served all day Sunday
Book now for Christmas & New Year!
www.smiddyashkirkrestaurantandbar.co.uk
KELSO
BERWICK-UPON-TWEED
Open all year: Tuesday - Sunday
OPEN ALL YEAR: TUESDAY - SUNDAY
Lunch specials Specials served served 12noon -- 2.30pm 2pm
Traditional Sunday lunch Lunch available available
Christmas Hampers for sale
Christmas Ancroft, Hampers Berwick-upon-Tweed
~ Large range of craft essentials
for Tel: card 01289 making 387253 and scrap booking
E: Ancroft, oxfordfarm@btconnect.com
Berwick-upon-Tweed
Tel: 01289 387253 www.oxfordfarmshop.co.uk
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• Sandwiches
•Toasties
• Ciabattas
,Wraps
• Paninis
·Salad
• Homemade Soups
• Daily Specials
kes,

DENHOLM
LAUDER
DENHOLM MEET
Italian Café & Restaurant
Open Tuesday - Sunday 10am - 4.30pm
and Fri & Sat evenings: 6pm - 9.30pm
* Closed 25/26 December *
Gift vouchers available
Tel: 01450 870999
1 Westside, Denholm TD9 8LX
www.denholmmeet.com
EARLSTON
Nourish by Rebecca
Healthy Bespoke Meal Plans
and Cooking Classes
www.nourishbyrebecca.com
contact@nourishbyrebecca.com
Open: Mon-Fri
(check times)
Sat/Sun:10-2
home baking ~ light lunches
local coffee ~ speciality teas
festive drinks available
wifi ~ dog friendly ~ kids menu
High Street, Earlston
Tel: 01896 849491
Food & Drink
HAWICK
Family gatherings & special occasions
Cosy Aga and log fires
Locally sourced food served all day
CARFRAEMILL, TD2 6RA | 01578 750750
WWW.CARFRAEMILL.CO.UK
01750 725480
www.borderevents.com
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GALASHIELS
Quins
~ of Galashiels
BAR
RESTAURANT
COFFEE HOUSE
PRIVATE FUNCTION ROOM
“ where a warm welcome awaits ”
Quality fresh food served every day and every night
Christmas Dine and Quiz - 29 th November
Christmas Menu will be served from 30 th Nov - 24 th Dec
Christmas Disco and Dine Nights - call for dates
Bookings are now being taken for Christmas Eve & Hogmanay
LEITHOLM
Charity quiz held on the fi rst Friday of the month at 8pm
£10 a team, supper included
Tel: 01896 757004 quinsofgalashiels
23 Market Street, Galashiels TD1 3AD
LILLIESLEAF
Open: Mon-Thurs 10.30am-4.30pm
Friday & Saturday 10.30am-5pm
Sunday: 11am-4pm
Light lunches ~ home made soups
home baking ~ cakes to order
Afternoon tea served on the last
Sunday of the month ~ £14.50 pp
free wifi
Lilliesleaf ~ Tel: 01835 870537
E: jammycoo@gmail.com
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MELROSE
Monte
Cassino
Come as a stranger... leave as a friend!
Tuesday - Sunday: 5.30pm - 10pm
Festive menu available from 3 rd December
Open Christmas Day
Gift Vouchers available
Tel: 01896 820082
Palma Place, Melrose TD6 9PR
www.montecassinorestaurant.co.uk
01750 725480

MELROSE cont.
MELROSE
Christmas @ The Kings
Reservations welcome
Food & Drink
Call 01896 820 101 or email info@kingsarmsmelrose.com
SELKIRK
Fillin’ Station
Open Monday - Friday:
6.30am - 2.30pm
Daily specials, baked potatoes,
soups, hot fi lled rolls and more
Outside and Inside Catering
07957 566248
3 Buccleuch Road, Selkirk TD7 5DL
YETHOLM
Traditional country
pub in the heart
of Town Yetholm
open 7 days a week
great food ~ ensuite bedrooms
real ale ~ dog friendly ~ family run
Tel: 01573 420215
The Plough Hotel, Yetholm
www.theploughhotelyetholm.co.uk
Book your
festive dinner,
party night
or family
get-together
now!
Tempting menu using locally sourced ingredients
Sunday roast ~ Well stocked bar with real ales
5 ensuite bedrooms ~ Function room
T:01573 420237 Kirk Yetholm TD5 8PQ
www.borderhotel.co.uk
01750 725480 www.borderevents.com
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Discount Card
ATTRACTIONS
Abbotsford House, Melrose
10% off branded Abbotsford merchandise
in the gift shop
www.scottsabbotsford.com
Tel: 01896 752043
Beirhope Alpacas
10% off any trek throughout
November & December
www.beirhope.co.uk
Tel: 01573 440631
Cheeky Panda’s Soft Play, Galashiels
Visit 5 days, get 1/2 price entry;
visit 10 time get one free entry
Wheatlands Mill, Wheatlands Road
Tel: 07393 818848
Ford & Etal Estate
Lady Waterford Hall & Heatherslaw
Cornmill - 10% off normal admission price.
www.ford-and-etal.co.uk
Tel: 01890 820338
Golden Gate Boat Trips
Save £1 per person on any cruise
pre-booked for the Spring.
Seahouses Harbour, Seahouses
Tel: 07904 800 590
The National Mining Museum,
Newtongrange
£1 off per paying adult, kids go free!
www.nationalminingmuseum.com
Tel: 0131 663 7519
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Discount Card
accepted here
Tel: 01750 725480 E: info@borderevents.com
EATING OUT
Buccleuch Arms St Boswells
10% off food bill
www.buccleucharmshotel.co.uk
Tel: 01835 822243
Denholm Meet
10% discount - Friday & Saturday evenings
www.denholmmeet.com
Tel: 01450 870999
Jammy Coo, Lilliesleaf
Free regular coffee or tea with a main meal
(one per person)
www.jammycoo.co.uk
Tel: 01835 870537
Monte Cassino, Melrose
10% discount Tuesday - Thursday
www.montecassinomelrose.co.uk
Tel: 01896 820082
Quins, Galashiels
Free tea or coffee when dining after 7pm.
www.quinsofgalashiels.co.uk
Tel: 01896 757004
The Tea Cosy, Earlston
Hot drink and a piece of cake - £3
High Street, Earlston
Tel: 01896 849 491
The Border Hotel, Town Yetholm
10% off food Monday-Thursday (excludes
drinks)
www.borderhotel.co.uk
Tel: 01573 420237
The Plough Hotel, Kirk Yetholm
10% off food Monday-Thursday (excludes
drinks)
www.theploughhotelyetholm.co.uk
Tel: 01573 420215
The Fleece Bar and Kitchen, Selkirk
Complimentary bottle of house wine per
table when having 2 courses.
1 Ettrick Terrace
Tel: 01750 725501
www.borderevents.com 01750 725480

The Lodge at Carfraemill, Nr Lauder
10% off food Monday-Friday.
www.carfraemill.co.uk
Tel: 01578 750750
Smiddy Restaurant & Bar, Ashkirk
Complimentary coffee or tea when you
purchase one of our home made sweets.
www.smiddyashirkrestaurantandbar.co.uk
Tel: 01750 32242
RETAIL
Music Station, Galashiels
10% off all stock.
www.musicstation.me.uk
Tel: 01896 754554
Tile Style, Galashiels
10% off selected tiles, adhesives & grouts.
Tel: 01896 750778
Discount Card
HEALTH & BEAUTY
Down to Earth Health, Selkirk
10% off food intolerance testing bookings
(Valid until 31/01/2019)
39 Tower Street
Tel: 01750 778 704
Call to have your business listed here!
Turnbulls Shoe Repair, Selkirk
10% off all accessories, bags and wallets.
High Street, Selkirk
Tel: 01750 23337
Log onto www.borderevents.com to register
for your card then don’t forget to send a SAE
to: borderevents, 2 Heatherlie Park, Selkirk, TD7 5AL
Visit our website www.borderevents.com for more events and to buy tickets for
your next day or night out! There’s something for everyone.....
Merry Christmas
Thank you to all our wonderful
volunteers and supporters
We are so grateful for your support and
thanks to this we can continue to support
end of life care right here in the Borders
If you would like to get involved in
fundraising for Marie Curie in 2020
please contact me on:
0131 470 2283 or Mob: 07515 133 392
Email: jodie.ellis@mariecurie.org.uk
Facebook/Twitter @JodieMarieCurie
We would love to hear from you!
Reg. Charity No. SCO 38731 & 207994
01750 725480 www.borderevents.com
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Business
DISPLAY CENTRE: Currie Road Galashiels TD1 2BP
FREEPHONE: 0800 220 415
WEBSITE: mitchellglass.co.uk
Graeme Richardson
• Painter & Decorator •
For Professional Advice and Service
Tel: 01750 720069 • Mobile: 07977 564 737
www.richardsondecor.co.uk
store-age.org.uk
for storage
Low Price for A1 Service
Domestic
Documents
Light Commercial
Long or Short Stay
CCTV ~ Own Key
Safe ~ Waterproof
Indoors or Outdoors
Limited or Unlimited Access
24/7/365
Edinburgh & Borders Area
Mob: 07788 447773
E: tomdouglas1949@gmail.com
Rent a Van Man
Covering Scottish Borders
Gordon McGlasson
0770 671 7819
Long or short term storage available
6 Abbotsferry Road,
Tweedbank,
Galashiels TD1 3RX
Tel: 01896 750445
JOINERY and
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
Ian Simons
Mobile:
07932 158731
Nnerum
Boarding Kennels
Book your dog in now for
2020 to avoid disappointment
Please mention ‘borderevents’ when
responding to an advert of attending an event
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Call John on: 077630 62571
Inchkeith Farm, Lauder TD2 6PQ
www.borderevents.com 01750 725480

PA BISHOP & CO
CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT
Tel: 01750 505277
Mob: 07533 026 391
Business
www.pabishop.co.uk
e: advice@pabishop.co.uk
Ettrick Riverside, Selkirk, TD7 5EB
Licenced & Insured Tree Surgeons
All aspects of comprehensive
tree management carried out
trees topped, pruned and felled
full stump removal and posioning
For free estimates & advice
Call 0800 7471439 or 07704 927215
Turnbull’s Shoe Repairs
SHOE REPAIRS • KEYCUTTING • ENGRAVING • LEATHERWORK
Watches, purses and handbags for sale
Open: Monday - Saturday
High Street, Selkirk T: 01750 23337
A unique catering & flavour
experience for your event
burgers, sausages, bacon,
homemade cakes, traybakes and more!
Call Jane on 07763 125990 or 01896 849097
or visit www.moobaa.info
01750 725480 www.borderevents.com
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