Symington Travel Guide

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Grassland, Westside This grass field under Tinto has been mown in the past.
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Grassland, Westside This grass field under Tinto has been mown in the past.
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East end of Tinto, Brakenhurst Strip Fields at the eastern foot of Tinto, the start of the Scaut Hill route up the hill. Farmland at lower altitude is protected by Brakenhurst Strip.
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Grassland, Muirhouse Sheep grazing between road and West Coast main line.
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From St John's Peace and tranquility all around, even for a site so close to the A73.
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Radstone Hotel

Radstone Hotel

3 out of 5
Ayr Road Larkhall Scotland
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Larkhall. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (472 reviews)
Great hotel for a 1 night working stopover

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

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Radstone Hotel
Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa

Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa

4 out of 5
Cardrona, Peebles near Edinburgh Peebles Scotland
The price is AU$213 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
AU$213
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Peebles. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (916 reviews)
Reception Staff Member who welcomed me at 2am, and the Daytime Reception who saw me out, were both very friendly, and accommodating to my late arrival and departure. The Leisure Facility is all excellent, and staff encountered there were friendly and eager to please. Room Service Staff also very ...

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa
Peebles Hydro Hotel

Peebles Hydro Hotel

4 out of 5
Innerleithen Road Peebles Scotland
The price is AU$276 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
AU$276
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Peebles. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (672 reviews)
Absolutely wonderful stay. Perfect weekend to beat any January blues!!! Grill room meals exceptional! But the best thing is the staff…many of whom are very young…all absolutely fabulous!! Thank you x

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Peebles Hydro Hotel
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A cosy studio apartment in an idylic location on the banks of the river Tweed

A cosy studio apartment in an idylic location on the banks of the river Tweed

Peebles SCT
Stay at this apartment in Peebles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Peebles Golf Club and Haylodge Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (147 reviews)
Well equippef

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

A cosy studio apartment in an idylic location on the banks of the river Tweed
Comfortable town pad with a river view

Comfortable town pad with a river view

Peebles Scotland
Stay at this apartment in Peebles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Peebles Golf Club and Haylodge Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (98 reviews)
Great location, spotless, very well equipped and well maintained. Easy access and everything was straightfirward to use. The apartment is so well thought out and nicely presented and we thorougjly enjoyed our stay. Our host, Julie, communicated well and was very helpful. Thank you. Would stay ...

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Comfortable town pad with a river view
Willow Croft - Your wee home in the heart of Scotland.

Willow Croft - Your wee home in the heart of Scotland.

2 out of 5
East Whitburn
Stay at this holiday home in Bathgate. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Polkemmet Country Park and Scottish Owl Centre ...
Willow Croft - Your wee home in the heart of Scotland.
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Popular places to visit

Tinto Hill Cairn

You can find out about the history of Biggar with a visit to Tinto Hill Cairn. Wander the gardens or discover the area's countryside.

Tinto Hill Cairn

Dove Cottage

You can find out about the history of Biggar with a trip to Dove Cottage. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the cafes.

Dove Cottage

Biggar Gasworks

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Biggar Gasworks during your trip to Biggar. While in this quaint area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Biggar Gasworks

Biggar Puppet Theatre

You can make plans for a show at Biggar Puppet Theatre on your trip to Biggar. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Biggar Puppet Theatre

Museum of Lead Mining

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Museum of Lead Mining during your trip to Wanlockhead. Discover the countryside while you're in the area.

Museum of Lead Mining

Biggar Kirk

You can learn about the history of Biggar when you stop by Biggar Kirk. Wander the gardens or discover the area's countryside.

Biggar Kirk

Activities

Louise with the Border Collie Max in the uplands

Isle of Man Wildlife & Scenic Adventure with Wildlife enthusiast

AU$831
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Isle of Man Wildlife & Scenic Adventure with Wildlife enthusiast
Private Traquair House, Dawyck Gardens and Border Day Tour

Private Traquair House, Dawyck Gardens and Border Day Tour

AU$1,371
per traveller
Private Traquair House, Dawyck Gardens and Border Day Tour
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