New Lanark World Heritage Site

Distance From Lodge:  10 miles       

New Lanark World Heritage Site, a beautifully restored 18th century cotton mill village in Southern Scotland, close to the Falls of Clyde and less than an 30 minutes from Wester Walston Lodge. On their website you will find details of the award-winning Visitor Centre and Hotel in the village, which is one of Scotland's top attractions, welcoming over 400,000 visitors every year from all over the world.

http://www.newlanark.org  


  Biggar Park

Distance From Lodge:         

Biggar Park has a garden of approximately ten acres with the house situated in the middle. The garden is 700 feet above the sea level and is very susceptible to early and late frosts. There is a good collection of hardy hybird Rhododendrons and Azaleas in a woodland setting, flowering early June followed by groups of several species of Meconopsis. The season starts with a carpet of Fritillarias and then banks of Daffodils. By June the wall garden begins to show its potential with the early Herbaceous plants in large borders designed in a Saltire cross with vegetables and soft fruit behind a typical working wall garden with greenhouse and parterre. By July the shrub Roses, mainly old varieties, are in flower at strategic places throughout the garden. Other features include an Italian garden, rolling lawns and Ornamental Pond.

http://www.gardens-guide.com/gardenpages/_0117.htm  


  Hillend Ski Slope (Edinburgh)

Distance From Lodge:         

Situated in Midlothian close to it's the boundary with the City of Edinburgh, at the northern extent of the Pentland Hills and 2 miles (3 km) west of Loanhead is the Midlothian Ski Centre. Previously known as Hillend Ski Centre, it incorporates Europe's longest artificial ski slope. The centre comprises two main slopes and two nursery slopes, together with two ski-tows and one chair-lift, which together can carry some 2000 people per hour up the hill. Floodlighting ensures the centre is a notable landmark which can be picked out at night from a considerable distance.

http://www.geo.ed.ac.uk/scotgaz/features/featurefirst1265.html  


  Stobo Castle Health Spa

Distance From Lodge:         

The Manor of Stobo has a long history spanning over one thousand years. The building of the present castle began in 1805 and was completed in 1811 under the supervision of well-known architects, Archibald and James Elliot.With the passage of time Stobo Castle has undergone many improvements including a recent multi-million pound programme of modernisation. Today it stands proud, a superb example of Scottish baronial architecture and an oasis of hospitality for all its guests.

http://www.celticcastles.com/castles/stobo-castle/index.html  


  Falls Of Clyde

Distance From Lodge:         

Located near the World Heritage village of New Lanark, the reserve covers 59 hectares, has woodland along the River Clyde gorge and four spectacular waterfalls. Warblers, tits and wrens enjoy the woodland and numerous wildflowers, fungi and invertebrates can be seen. Peregrine falcons, tawny owls and sparrowhawks rule the air. Badgers, foxes and roe deer can be seen and the river is home to otters, dippers, herons and kingfishers. The gorge also features Corra Castle, a fifteenth century castle, and The Hall of Mirrors.

http://www.swt.org.uk/wildlife/fallsofclyde.asp  


  Biggar Puppet Theatre

Distance From Lodge:         

the International Purves Puppets - hailed as one of the best puppet companies in the world!. On this website you will find information on our acclaimed puppetry touring company as well as information on our many shows, workshops, teacher in-service courses, television and radio appearances, plus other events here at our permanent facility, Biggar Puppet Theatre, near Edinburgh and Glasgow, Scotland. For families and children of all ages!

http://www.purvespuppets.com/  


  Edinburgh Castle

Distance From Lodge:         

A majestic landmark which dominates the capital city's skyline just as it has dominated Scotland's long and colourful history. Edinburgh Castle is the best known and most visited of Historic Scotland's buildings. Perched on an extinct volcano and offering stunning views, this instantly recognisable fortress is a powerful national symbol, and part of Edinburgh's World Heritage Site.

http://www.edinburghcastle.biz/  


  Glentress Forest - Peebles

Distance From Lodge:         

Located two miles east of Peebles on the A72 towards Innerleithen in the Scottish Borders, the Glentress Forestry Commission woodland attracts over 130,000 visitors each year and boasts some of the top mountain bike routes in Great Britain. Considered by one biking journalist as 'the best dedicated mountain bike centre in Britain', not only does Glentress have killer trails but it also caters for beginners and intermediates too, plus it is suitable for year round use (one of the requirements of the Forestry Commission was that not only should they be rideable in all weather, they should also have a working life of 20-25 years for conservation reasons). Special mention needs to go the Helly Hansen V Trail which is a 19-mile monster of a ride with everything from killer climbs, rocky chutes, drop offs, technical singletrack and blindingly fast descents with berms to whip you round corners. As well as some fantastic routes, there's also a café called Hub in the Forest with route maps, bike hire/spares/wash and the chance to take it easy after a hard day's biking. Guided tours are also available.

http://www.visittweeddale.com/what_to_do/glentress_forest.php  


  Edinburgh - Scotlands Capital City

Distance From Lodge:         

From 5-star visitor attractions and tours, to fabulous food to suit every taste (and wallet), Edinburgh's got it all. The city is home to some of the best galleries and museums in the UK, so whether you're into modern art, want to learn more about Scotland's history or fancy a trip down memory lane with the toys of your childhood, the city has something for you. Add great shopping and world-class theatre to the mix and you really are spoilt for choice. That's where we can help - take a look at the listings below and find your favourite things to do.

http://www.edinburghguide.com/  


  Edinburgh Zoo

Distance From Lodge:         

Edinburgh Zoo, the largest and most exciting wildlife attraction in Scotland, commited to the highest standards of animal welfare, conservation and environmental education. In just one day, you can meet over 1,000 wonderful animals, in our beautiful parkland setting on the outskirts of Edinburgh. And you can also enjoy a wide range of visitor facilities, from free Hilltop Safari rides to the top of the hill, children's play areas, restaurants, gift shops and masses of events and activities throughout the year.

http://www.edinburghzoo.org.uk/  


  Biggar

Distance From Lodge:         

Biggar is an attractive town whose linear layout still follows the course of the Roman road and the modern A702. And at its centre lies the market place, long, broad and gently climbing as you move from west to east. The town remains home to many small locally-run shops, making browsing a more interesting experience than in the identikit high streets all too common elsewhere. It is also home to a range of hotels, cafes, pubs and accommodation providers which make Biggar a candidate as a touring base for southern Scotland

http://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/biggar/biggar/