Scotland, Scottish Borders, Melrose
| Address | Abbotsford House Melrose Scottish Borders |
| Postcode | TD6 9BQ |
| What 3 Words | ///socket.recruiter.cello |
| Type of Walk | Public Group Walk - Sighthounds and other breeds from a Sighthound family |
| Start time | 10:00 am |
| Duration | 1 -2 hours (depending on speed and distance!) |
| Meeting point | The grass picnic area outside the visitor centre at Abbotsford House |
| Parking | There is a spacious carpark signed off the main road. Please be aware there is a charge of £2 (for the day) and the machine is located on the walk toward the house. You will need your registration number and cash is recommended. It takes contactless but can be tricky! If there is an issue with it you can pay in the main visitor welcome building. |
| Walk Leader Name | Gowan Miller |
| Contact Telephone | 07815316365 |
| Walk Leader Email Address | gowanmiller@gmail.com |
| Short Walk Available | Yes |
| Cafe or refreshments Available | Yes |
| Suitable for Buggies & Wheelchairs | Yes |
| Toilet facilities | Yes |
| Additional Information | The dog-friendly Ochiltree Café and coffee hut (subject to opening) provide plenty of refreshment options, with ample seating across the meadow if the weather holds up for an hound picnic . While dogs are welcome on the wider estate, they cannot enter the main house. Handily, house tickets remain valid for an entire year, giving you plenty of flexibility to explore inside on a future trip. |
- Dogs on leads at ALL times
- Muzzles to be worn if needed
- Scoop the poop
- Be respectful to the wider public
- Walkers are 100% responsible for themselves and their own dogs
How to attend this walk
To attend this walk, all you have to do is turn up!
Please arrive a little before the listed start time, as the walk will begin promptly at the time shown.