Kelso is a market town in the Scottish Borders at the junction of the Tweed and the Teviot rivers. Kelso Square claims to be the largest town square in Scotland. At its centre is still the Bull Ring, and is now host to many fine and specialist shops. The Kelso Bridge was designed by John Rennie who later built London Bridge. Sir Walter Scott attended Kelso Grammar School in 1783 and he said of the town …It is the most beautiful, if not the most romantic village in Scotland. The town has much sport and recreation to offer; the River Tweed is renowned for its salmon fishing, there are two 18-hole golf courses, as well as a National Hunt (jumping) horse racing track.
Every year in July, the town celebrates the border tradition of Common Riding. Kelso hosts its annual fair in September with dancing, street entertainers, live music, stalls and a free concert. Floors Castle is the largest inhabited castle in Scotland and one of the leading visitor attractions in the Borders. See the collection of fine art, porcelain, tapestries and grand rooms. Enjoy a woodland or riverside walk, the Victorian walled garden and adventure playground. Floors Gardens and Terrace Cafe, Deli and Gift shop is open daily all year round. Kelso Abbey was founded in the 1100s and was one of the largest and wealthiest religious houses in Scotland. What survives is one of the most spectacular architectural achievements in medieval Scotland. It has been a favourite subject for artists since the late 1600s.