Property in Hawick

The largest town in the Borders, Hawick’s existence can be traced back as far as the 600s. Its setting, on the River Tweed and the Slitrig Water, was responsible for the early settlement’s growth, while its close proximity to the English border, made it a frequent target for cross border wars between the two countries during the 1300s, 1400s and 1500s. Throughout the nineteenth century the growth in textile mills put the town firmly on the map and made Hawick synonymous with fine quality knitwear – still evident today in brands that have become fashion statements throughout the world.

A varied property market makes Hawick and the surrounding villages a very desirable place to live. Hawick’s proximity to the A7 makes it easily accessible to Selkirk, Galashiels and Melrose, while Newcastle Airport is around an hour’s drive – add an extra 15 minutes to Edinburgh Airport. The opening of the Waverly rail link from Edinburgh to Tweedbank is likely to further boost Hawick as a base for commuters.

More info can be found on the Hawick Net website.

Properties for sale within 4 miles of Hawick