Hawick Scotland

Hawick TD9 0LU Scotland

Soak up the eerie, powerful atmosphere of an imposing stronghold with a notorious reputation. One of the great Borders castles, Hermitage dates back to the 1300s. Look for the garrison's cesspit and seek shelter under the great arch if it rains.

Wilton Park Rd Wilton Lodge Park, Hawick TD9 7JL Scotland

Hawick Museum is now closed for the season. We look forward to welcoming you back when we reopen on 1 March 2024. Discover a town’s treasures in an historic house in beautiful parkland. Hawick Museum is home to objects and artworks that are not just about Hawick, but a window on the world. There is always something new to see with a lively programme of changing art and museum exhibitions throughout the year. The Jimmie Guthrie and Steve Hislop exhibitions showcase the lives of Hawick’s two tragic motorcycle champions. The newly-refurbished War Memorial Room reveals the stories of Hawick’s people in Britain’s wars with military memorabilia, wartime souvenirs and audio-visuals. Your visit is free but please donate to help us keep this unique museum as free for everyone. Donations provide a vital role in helping us to improve our visitor experience.

Commercial Road, Hawick TD9 7AQ Scotland

The Borders Distillery® opened in March 2018 – the first Scotch Whisky distillery in the Scottish Borders since 1837. We’re dedicated to capturing the true spirit of the Borders, and bringing whisky-making back to the region. As we patiently wait for the launch of our first Single Malt, we distill Kerr's Borders Gin and Puffing Billy Steam Vodka from our Borders barley. In the summer of 2022, we released the first blend to leave the Scottish Borders region in 185 years; WS:01 Borders Malt & Rye. We also offer two blended whiskies to our recipe; Lower East Side and Clan Fraser Reserve. Our hometown, Hawick, has a famous history of manufacturing, where cashmere is king and where tweed was invented. There is a spirit of industry and enterprise in the town that inspires us in everything we do. Tours run seasonally from March-October. Our Visitor Centre is open to all throughout the year. Visit us, and discover the spirit of the Borders.

1 Tower Knowe, Hawick TD9 9EN Scotland

At Borders Textile Towerhouse, visitors can discover the story of the region’s knitwear and tweed industries and learn how the Borders’ manufacturers attained the height of luxury and fashion. Garments, fabrics, objects, photographs, film and art reveal over 200 years of tradition and innovation in the Borders woollen industries. A vibrant programme of changing exhibitions and craft workshops means there is always something new to enjoy and our renowned gift-shop is well worth a visit. Set in the oldest building in Hawick you can also find out about the turbulent history of the building and its inhabitants.

Minto Crags, Hawick Scotland

Eastfield Mills Mansfield Road Eastfield Mills, Hawick TD9 8AA Scotland

Heritage Hub Kirkstile, Hawick TD9 0AE Scotland

Local history resources (archives, local studies printed materials) and a ScotlandsPeople Centre. BOOKING ESSENTIAL.