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Known for
The ruined Abbey (finest Romanesque remains in Scotland), Floors Castle (largest inhabited castle in Scotland), the cobbled Square, and the most beautiful town in the Borders
A little history
Kelso Abbey, founded in 1128, was the wealthiest of the Border abbeys. The town square was described by Walter Scott as the most beautiful in Scotland. Floors Castle was built by William Adam in 1721.
Floors Castle is extraordinary and open to visitors. The Abbey ruins are free and magnificent. The Square on a market day. The Tweed for the best salmon fishing in Scotland.
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Food & drink in Kelso
The Square and Horsemarket have excellent independent cafes and restaurants. Strong food culture for the size.
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Craft pubs, independent bars and evening spots across Kelso. Roam tells you what's open and what's worth the visit.
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The ruined Abbey (finest Romanesque remains in Scotland), Floors Castle (largest inhabited castle in Scotland), the cobbled Square, and the most beautiful town in the Borders Roam surfaces the local businesses and hidden gems that make Kelso worth exploring.
The Square and Horsemarket have excellent independent cafes and restaurants. Strong food culture for the size. Download Roam free to discover Kelso's independent food scene.
Yes — Roam is live in Kelso and across Scottish Borders. Download free on iOS or Android.
Kelso is one of the Borders' strongest independent retail and food towns. List your Kelso business on Roam to reach local customers in Scottish Borders.
Roam covers all of Kelso including Coldstream, Jedburgh, Roxburgh, Yetholm, Morebattle. Floors Castle is extraordinary and open to visitors. The Abbey ruins are free and magnificent. The Square on a market day. The Tweed for the best salmon fishing in Scotland.
