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Melrose Town Walk

Guides walk of Melrose town exploring the history and characters over the centuries. Abbeys, rugby, kings and monks!

Sat 25 JulTrimontium Museum(2.3mi)

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Community

Hillfort Under Attack: The Burnswark VR Experience

A HILLFORT AWAKENS TO THE MIGHT OF ROME Introducing a first -of-its-kind immersive experience- a cinematic recreation of a Roman assault on the native hill fort of Burnswark, where silence fell harder than swords. Through cutting-edge visuals, atmospheric sound and haunting storytelling, witness one of the most significant and sobering moments on Scotland’s ancient frontier. […]

Sat 25 JulTrimontium Museum(2.3mi)

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Talks & Lectures

Weekly Walk & Talk

Come and join us each week to walk and talk! We have a selection of routes around Galashiels where we walk, and the conversations are varied! Meet at the Hub at 10am to set off at 10.10am. Walks last from 60 minutes up to 2.5hours. Routes are published on our Facebook page each week and […]

Sat 25 Jul11:00Hike & Bike Hub(1.4mi)

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Arts & Culture

James Hutton 300: Landscape, Rocks, Time Exhibition - Now Until

Venue: Hayloft Gallery, Paxton House

Sun 26 JulBorders Family History Society(1.3mi)

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Likely freeArts & Culture

James Hutton 300: Landscape, Rocks, Time Exhibition - Now Until

Free exhibition, all welcome, open 10am – 4pm daily in the Hayloft Gallery, Paxton House. James Hutton’s influence on the processes leading to the formation of rocks and on the concept of geological time is described in a series of interpretation panels, which tell of his life in Edinburgh during the period of the Scottish […]

Sun 26 Jul11:00Borders Family History Society(1.3mi)

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Community

Sunday Cycle

Come and join us, on Sunday mornings, for a social, led, cycle ride. All rides start and finish at Hike & Bike Hub, unless otherwise stated. This is a relaxed cycle, with the pace determined by the group and the chat. Routes vary in length. Meet at Hike & Bike Hub at 10am to set […]

Sun 26 Jul11:00Hike & Bike Hub(1.4mi)

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Community

Summer saunter to The Barn at Beal Coffee Shop - Lindisfarne

Join in a summertime run out to The Barn at Beal Coffee Shop. Leaving Kelso at 10.30 to be arriving around 11.30am and leaving when you want! A popular destination for gathering at the Northumberland coastal area near Lindisfarne, the Barn at Beal offers a great range of food, snacks, cakes, tea, coffees and drinks. All catering will be at your own organising and expense so have what you want when you want it. This will be a gentle run out from Kelso using the A698/A697 and across via Ford and Lowick to cross over the A1 at the Lindisfarne Inn and service station to get to the Barn at Beal just before the crossing causeway. If it is easier for you to join us directly then we will be delighted to see you there. We will have time to enjoy the company and the cars before making our own way back home. Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Your DetailsNB: All vehicles driven in the event must be roadworthy with valid insurance, road tax and, where appropriate, MOT.BVAC MEMBERSHIP *Please enter your BVAC Membership NumberYour Name *FirstLastEmail *Your VehicleMake and Model *Year and Registration number *How many people will be in the car? Where will you meet upKelsoBarn at BealSubmit

Sun 26 Jul11:30Borders Vintage Automobile Club Ltd.(1.5mi)

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Children & FamilyHistory & Heritage

Cumbria Family History Society 50th Anniversary

Venue: Crown and Mitre Hotel, Carlisle

Wed 29 JulBorders Family History Society(1.3mi)

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Children & FamilyHistory & Heritage

Cumbria Family History Society 50th Anniversary

Celebrate with Cumbria FHS at a special conference at the Crown and Mitre Hotel, Carlisle on Wed 29 July to Fri 31 July. Society AGM Friday 31st July 13.45 to 14.15, open to all members. Anniversary Gala Dinner on the Friday evening. Family History Fair in the Ballroom of the Crown and Mitre, Carlisle on Saturday 1st August. […]

Wed 29 Jul13:00Borders Family History Society(1.3mi)

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Community

Around £25

Late Night Summer Shoots

Late Night Summer Shoots We’ll be running a series of summer late nights shoots from June to September, where you can experience a challenging 50 bird open … Continue reading The post Late Night Summer Shoots – 30th July 2026 appeared first on Bisley Sporting Group.

Thu 30 JulBisley at Braidwood(4.6mi)

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Festivals & Events

Around £3

Roman & Iron Age Festival

Roman & Iron Age Festival – 1st August 2026

Sat 1 AugTrimontium Museum(2.3mi)

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The Ultimate Gravel Adventure in the Scottish Borders!

Sat 8 AugDurty Events(4.6mi)

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Community

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Bowhill Estate – Selkirk

Sun 9 AugDurty Events(4.6mi)

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Community

Ladies Day – Bisley at Braidwood

Sunday, 9th August 2026 Ladies Days at Bisley are great fun days out clay shooting, without any alpha-male pressure! All Ladies are welcome, whatever your experience and we particularly encourage … Continue reading The post Ladies Day – Bisley at Braidwood appeared first on Bisley Sporting Group.

Sun 9 AugBisley at Braidwood(4.6mi)

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Talks & Lectures

August Talk - The Mystery of the Gypsum Mummies

Professor Carroll explores Roman gypsum burials from northern Britain, revealing rare insights into preservation, funerary practice, and the treatment of the dead in Roman society.

Thu 13 AugTrimontium Museum(2.3mi)

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Likely freeHistory & HeritageWorkshops & Classes

Hands on History Workshop - A Roman Frontier Post & Its People

A great session for groups large and small (from 2-12) to experience this unique opportunity – get hands on with our fascinating Roman handling collection of 2000 year old artefacts and chat with our experienced museum curatorial staff!

Sat 15 AugTrimontium Museum(2.3mi)

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CommunityHistory & Heritage

Longformacus and Lammermuir Heritage Centre - Open Day

Venue: Longformacus and Lammermuir Heritage Centre

Sun 16 AugBorders Family History Society(1.3mi)

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Venues with events near Galafoot

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Borders Family History Society1.3 miles away Trimontium Museum2.3 miles away Hike & Bike Hub1.4 miles away

More about Galafoot

Roxburgh, Ettrick and Lauderdale, Scotland

Galafoot is in Roxburgh, Ettrick and Lauderdale, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Galafoot events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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