Visiting Scotland in the Fall. Part 1- Peebles.

Saint Andrews Leckie Parish Church

 Peebles is a royal burgh located in the Scottish Borders region.
It is most charming during the Autumn months. You can see hills full of brown-red and yellow-colored trees. Some of them look like they've been sprinkled with the golden dust.
There's a beautiful church overlooking River Tweed (top photo), and Tweed Bridge connecting two parts of the town (below). 

From the bridge, You can see Neidpath Castle hugged by an array of Fall trees.

Neidpath Castle

And at the foot of the bridge, there's another church (Peebles Old Parish Church) with bells cheerfully tolling at the full hour. City Center has cafes, a confectionery shop, Tweeddale Museum And Gallery, cinema, bookstore, small grocers, and a whole range of other shops.

Everything here is small-town like. Even chain coffee shops or clothing boutiques seem petite.

The bookstore is located in a peaceful nook between two buildings. On the left side to the bookstore entrance, there's a newly painted mural that celebrates life in the Peebles area.

 City center overlooks River Tweed:

Neidpath Castle, Neidpath Viaduct, an abandoned railway tunnel (which is 600 yards long) are a must-see.

Neidpath Viaduct

They are located short (5-minute) car ride from the City Center.

Neidpath Castle is an impressive looking L-shaped building:

It was privately owned since its construction. Over the years it belonged to 3 famous Scottish families and it's maintained by Douglas family successors to this day.

You can arrange a tour of the castle by clicking here.

If nature is your jam, visit Cardrona Forest (located east of the city center; 5-minute car ride).

View from Cardrona Forest trail.

Paths in the forest are versatile from wheelchair accessible to steep hills.

The most popular (wheelchair accessible) path has some amazing views (and sheep to keep you company!).

More things to do in Peebles:
- Tweeddale Museum And Gallery
- John Buchan Story Museum
- Traquair House
- Infinity Gallery

Where to stay:
Accommodation in Peebles

Where to eat:
Food & Drink

Check the upcoming events here.
Travel to Peebles: Map & Info.

More pics for your pinning pleasure:)

Peebles Old Parish Church

 River Tweed

 River Tweed

Happy exploring!