Property in Selkirk

Twelve miles from Hawick - and less than 40 miles from Edinburgh - the town of Selkirk isn’t just old, it’s officially ancient – an Ancient and Royal Burgh. But what sets this Border town apart from its neighbours is its dramatic elevated setting high above the Ettrick and Yarrow valleys. While Hawick made hosiery, Selkirk built a reputation for glassmaking and gave its name to the buttery-tasting Selkirk Bannock.

The town is also known for its associations with Sir Walter Scott (who served as sheriff for 33 years and whose courtroom is now a museum) and with William Wallace, who was declared Guardian of the Kingdom of Scotland in Selkirk. The Ettrick Valley was also the birthplace of poet and writer James Hogg, otherwise known as the ‘Ettrick Shepherd’.

As a place to live Selkirk has much going for it apart from spectacular scenery – good schools, shops, hotels, restaurants, and sports and leisure facilities that include rugby, swimming, angling, golf (with both nine and 18-hole courses), horse-riding, walking and cycling.

The Selkirk Online website has lots more information about the area.

Properties for sale within 5 miles of Selkirk