Things to see and do Peebles

On 26 hectares nestled between the hills of the Borders, the Dawyck Botanic Garden is a direct dependency of the Royal Botanic Garden of Edinburgh, of which it is a relocated branch. The continental climate of the site allows the cultivation of snowdrops, hyacinths, rhododendrons, azaleas, Himalayan blue poppies and many other species. He also holds one of the finest collections of ancient trees in Scotland. Several paths are marked out to make the most of the gardens and each visit is different according to the season.

Kailzie Gardens is the perfect place for a day of naturalist discovery in the Tweed Valley. Wander the gardens and discover the essences that bloom there throughout the seasons: snowdrops, daffodils, hyacinths, but also a colourful explosion of rhododendrons and roses. Admire the wild garden, the greenhouse, the larch planted in 1725 (the oldest in Scotland). Walk on the trails of the landscaped and forested park. Admire the park's ospreys, here under protection and surveillance. Finally, a coffee or snack is a must in the charming park café!

In the gardens of the Barony Castle Hotel, a very strange sight awaits visitors: a three-dimensional map of Scotland, made of stone and measuring 50m by 40m. Built between 1974 and 1979 by a small group of Poles, including students, it is the brainchild of Jan Tomasik, a war veteran of Polish origin, born in Krakow. Now in free and open access, it is to be seen if you pass by.