Hawick is a large town in the Borders region of Scotland, situated north of Langholm and south of Selkirk. The historic town dates back to the 12th century with the remains of the Hawick Castle excavated at Hawick Motte near the town centre. Hawick has suffered a turbulent history with most of its buildings dating back to the 19th century as earlier buildings were destroyed during battles with the English. Hawick is famous for its textile industry with fine woollens, cashmere and tweeds. Traditional weavers still operate in the area and the factory outlets ensure the town is a popular tourist destination. The town has shops, hotels, holiday accommodation and plenty places to eat. Historically interesting features include the Drumlanrig’s Tower Visitor Centre with exhibitions to uncover Hawick’s history, heritage and culture and the Hawick Museum which holds information on the hosiery and knitwear industry. Cragbank Woods is a popular National Nature Reserve abundant with ancient woodland and wildlife. Hermitage Castle stands north of town claiming to be one of the most haunted castles in Scotland. The Hawick Common Riding Festival is held annually on the last Friday each July; this celebration dates back to 1514 commemorating a group of local youths who captured the ‘Hexham Pennant Banner’ from English Troops camped nearby.
Attraction
Caravan Park
Church
Classes
Club
Cottage
Dales Holiday Cottages
Scotland Cottages
Dentist
McInnes Wilson & Associates
Teviot Dental Practice
Doctor
O'Connell Street Medical Centre
Estate Agent
Golf Club
Pub and Bar
Balmoral Bar
Callaghan's Public House
Ewe & Lamb
Exchange Bar
Higher Level
Inn Place
Number 10 Bar
Waverley Bar
Restaurant
Auld Cross Keys Inn
Court Yard Restaurant
The New Deli Indian Restraunt
Self-Catering
Solicitor
Taxi
A-H Taxis
Ace Taxis
B Line
D & G Taxis
E & E Taxis
Grieve's Mini Coaches
Hawick Taxis
Keiths Taxis
Sports Clubs
Hawick Cricket Club (Cricket)
Hawick Rugby Football Club (Rugby Union)
Shops
Books Plus
Sheena Elliott
Boots
Hawick Garden Centre
Perfect Pets
Dorothy Perkins
Lindsay & Gilmour
D Gaylor & Son
Chesters Footwear
Julian Graves
Turnbull's
Antiques
Places to Stay near Hawick
The Bank Guest House (0.12 miles)
Mansfield House Hotel (1.17 miles)
Wiltonburn Farm (1.44 miles)
Set in a wonderful location at the end of a sheltered valley, yet just 2 miles from Hawick, this traditional farmhouse provides a lovely country retreat.
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Horse and Hound Country Inn (5.49 miles)
Hartwoodmyres (7.69 miles)
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Amidst the beautiful and unspoilt Ettrick Valley, a place of rolling hills, winding rivers and pine forests, this lovingly restored farmhouse, parts of which date from the ... More
County Hotel (8.89 miles)
Pleasant and friendly privately-run hotel in town centre. A characterful building with a long history. The County Hotel, awarded 3 star small hotel grading by Visit Scotland, is situated on the Market ... More
Philipburn House Hotel (9.29 miles)
The Philipburn Country House is a luxury 4 star hotel situated in the beautiful Scottish Border town of Selkirk. Philipburn is of the highest standard with 12 rooms all of which have stunning accommodation and decor, ... More | visit website
Glenbank House Hotel (9.59 miles)
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Allerton House (9.63 miles)
Allerton House is a 4 Star guest house located in the historic Royal Burgh of Jedburgh. This stately Georgian home is surrounded by charming country gardens and provides all the modern amenities of the twenty-first ... More | visit website
Larkhall Burn Cottages (9.79 miles)
Offer panoramic views over the historic town of Jedburgh and the Cheviot hills beyond. Situated in several acres of private grounds within a minute's walk of Jedburgh conservation town centre, ... More
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