Chirnside

A hill village overlooking the Merse, close to the old roads between Berwick and the inland Borders.

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Industrial Borders Hawick

The History of Peter Scott’s Knitwear Mill in Hawick, Scottish Borders

Peter Scott’s knitwear mill in Hawick was founded in 1878 and for nearly a century and a half shaped the Borders town’s textile legacy. From pioneering “unshrinkable” woollens to outfitting Antarctic explorers, this historic mill’s story spans innovation, community, and craftsmanship in Scotland’s cashmere capital.

25 Nov 2025 Hawick

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