Central Scottish Borders
A village on the Tweed with abbey country, literary connections and access to the Borders landscape.
Place archive
Follow the history, people and places associated with St Boswells through the Discover Scottish Borders archive.
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Industrial Borders The Borderlands
For centuries, the post connected the scattered farms and towns of the Scottish Borders. From riders and mail coaches to railways and rural vans, the Post Office became the heartbeat of community life.
Military Heritage The Borderlands
Discover how World War II shaped the Scottish Borders: daily life, bombings, heroes, hidden airfields, war factories, and stories from every town.
Folklore & Legends St Boswells
In the quiet lanes near St Boswells, a search unfolds for a legendary crab apple tree — rumoured to be one of the oldest in the UK. Twisted with age and folklore, this hidden giant stands as a living relic of the Borders’ natural heritage.
Find your bearings
Explore the places mentioned in these stories before planning your visit. Historic sites can have different access arrangements; a place in the archive does not necessarily have public access.
Find St Boswells on the mapFor a day with the stories explained on location, ask Mark about a route that suits your interests and walking requirements.
Plan a personal day with MarkHistory. Experiences. Creativity.
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Scottish Borders
Read the stories and watch the films. Join Mark on a guided tour. Follow an audio walk at your own pace. Discover his wildlife and nature-inspired art.
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