Newcastleton & the Borders
Castles, cycling and the darkest skies in Britain.
Newcastleton sits at the heart of the Scottish Borders - adventure, history and wide-open landscape all begin at our front door.
Whether you're chasing 7stanes singletrack, hiking Border hills, exploring reiver castles or chasing the aurora over Kielder, you'll find it all within easy reach of Douglas Square.
7stanes Cycling Tracks
Newcastleton is one of the famed 7stanes - and the trails start right outside the hotel. Drying room and secure storage available.
Newcastleton Golf Club
A friendly nine-hole course just a short stroll from the hotel - visitors warmly welcomed.
Newcastleton Bowling Club
Traditional lawn bowls in the heart of the village - a great way to spend a sunny afternoon.
Blue Skye Alpacas
Meet, walk and learn about alpacas at this lovely local farm in the Borders countryside.
Hermitage Castle
Brooding 13th-century fortress in Liddesdale - one of Scotland's most atmospheric ruins, a short drive away.
Gilnockie Tower
A 16th-century Border reiver tower house just down the road, telling the story of the Armstrong clan.
Kielder Observatory - Dark Skies
Some of the darkest skies in Europe - stargazing and aurora hunting at one of the UK's best observatories.
Cycling & Hiking
Endless miles of forest tracks, hill walks and country lanes - from a gentle stroll to a serious ride.
Plan your ride
Cycling around Newcastleton
From village loops to full-day forest epics, the Komoot Newcastleton guide is the best place to start planning your route - we'll have the drying room warm for when you get back.
View Komoot GuideDouglas Square
Newcastleton, Scottish Borders
TD9 0QD