Town information- The market town of Peebles - Scottish Borders with its estimated population of 8159 inhabitants is located in the local Government council of Tweeddale on the banks of River Tweed and Eddleston. Locals love boasting about the areas status as the best town in Scotland and second best town in the United Kingdom, as awarded by New Economics Foundation. The area played a significant role during the 1960's in the Woollen industry on the one hand, while present day Peebles on the other hand plays an imperative role as commuter town to neighbouring Edinburgh.
Churches- St. Andrew's church founded in 1195, is the oldest building in town. Another magnificent ancient church in the area is the Cross Kirk founded in 1261.
Castles- Haunted Neipath Castle built by Sir Simon Fraser somewhere between 1263 and 1266, lies cosily on the west side of town. This historical site is unfortunately closed for public viewing. The castled may however be viewed from Hay Lodge Park. The town's library, museum and art gallery are all contained within the Local Admin Offices on High Street.
Festivals- The Beltane annual festival celebrates sad days gone by when local men risked their lives to protect the town and its people. In weeks preceding the festival a Cornet is elected as a town representative who will with his supporters undertake ride-outs to neighbouring villages to spread the word about upcoming festivities. During the festival a Beltane Queen is crowned on parish steps along with her courtiers and sword bearer.
Farmers market- Farmers market days are held in Eastgate Car Park, on second Saturday of every month. Approximately eighteen local producers attend the day to sell their farm fresh produce to locals. The products include and are defintely not limited to meats, fish, cheese, veggies, fruits and sweet delicacies.
For accommodation in Peebles check this list of Peebles hotels.
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