Scottish Borders, Galashiels and Moffat

Castles, abbeys and stately homes all have their tale to tell of a colourful and turbulent history that has, over the centuries, shaped daily life in this area of outstanding natural beauty, the Scottish Borders, and of the part they played in Scottish history.

In 1599, Galashiels was granted the status of Burgh of Barony. This meant the town had the right to hold its own market. The market cross of 1599 was restored in 1887 and a section of original shaft can be seen in Old Gala House. Near to the cross once stood the tolbooth which was used as a prison and as a place where money was collected from merchants who came to trade at the markets.

The attractive market town of Moffat, with its wide High Street and long, eventful history, was once something of a fashionable spa town and a centre for the local woollen industry.

Depart from Ayr 08:00, Prestwick 08:10, Troon 08:20, Irvine 08:35 and Kilmarnock 08:50 and travel via Darvel to M74, then to Biggar for approximately 10:30. Depart Biggar 11:15 and continue to Galashiels for 12:30. Depart Galashiels at 15:00 and travel to Moffat, arriving at approximately 16:15. Depart Moffat at 18:00 and return to Kilmarnock via Stonehouse, Darvel, arrive Kilmarnock 19:30, Ayr 20:30

If you are interested in any of our Day Tours, please complete the on-line enquiry form. We require a minimum of 20 passengers to operate a day tour. Your details will be added to the tour list and one of our booking staff will contact you at least seven days prior to departure date to advise on payment and pick up details.