Tennis & Other Activities near to Plum Braes Barn & Edmonston House
Tennis at Plum Braes Barn and Edmonston House
The new all-weather tennis court below Plum Braes Barn can be used by guests with no charge.
Coaching can be organised for
a fee, depending on size of party. Racquets are available.
Fishing
The Scottish Borders is renowned for salmon fishing - Kelso boasts the world famous Junction Pool on the river Tweed. There is also good brown trout fishing on the river Tweed and its tributaries. The Eden is one tributary that meanders through Cliftonhill and is a peaceful spot for catching grayling or trout.
www.tweedfoundation.org.uk
www.centre-of-excellence.co.uk
Cycling
Cycling is a pleasure on the quiet border roads whether following the Sustrans national Cycleway, the Tweed Cycleway or making up your own route.
Guests are most welcome to borrow bikes or bring their own, ideal for exploring country lanes.
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Walking
There are plenty walking routes to suit all abilities and show off the magnificent border scenery. St Cuthberts Way, the Southern Upland Way, along the coast from St Abbs to Eyemouth, the Eildon Hills and many others routes in the Cheviots. A local riverside walk is available on the farm, click here for a map.
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Racing
Kelso Race Course is 1 mile from Plum Braes Barn and Edmonston House and is renowned for being ‘Britain’s Friendliest Race Course’.
It is a great day out.
Golfing
Golfing in the borders is varied and uncrowded. The Roxburghe Championship course is ten minutes drive. There is an 18 hole course in Kelso and another at the Hirsel, just outside Coldstream. There are 22 golf courses in the Scottish Borders, offering a Freedom of the fairways package which offers a good discount.
Kelso Golf Club:
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Bird Watching
Cliftonhill is a haven for birds including the resident barn owl, king fishers, swans and heron. The R.S.P.B. has counted more than 40 types of birds including several that are on their endangered list.