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Jan 17, 2025
The highlight of our visit to Melrose Abbey was our coincidental arrival 8 minutes before a 20 minute talk on Alexander Ii was due to start. The talk was given by a guide called Alexander who spoke k… Full review by toniaUk
Oct 5, 2024
Sadly, as with some other Historic Scotland sites, part of the abbey is closed off for structural repairs. You can still see all the site. There are information boards which interpret the site. Don't… Full review by Julie P
Sep 30, 2024
The history of the site is very interesting, but for those who are interested in photography, the ruins provide many wonderful photo ops. However, be aware that it is not possible to enter the churc… Full review by The_Traveling_Expat
Hi everyone, when i put in the directions to one attraction to another i get a red warning that this route has restricted useage or private roads, does this mean we can't travel it. does anyone know the answer... like rosslyn chapel to dunn castle for instance debra
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Take the B7003 from Rosslyn Chapel and continue along the A701 towards Edinburgh.Turn right onto the A720 (Edinburgh ByPass). Take the right turn onto A68 (south) and at …
Take the B7003 from Rosslyn Chapel and continue along the A701 towards Edinburgh.Turn right onto the A720 (Edinburgh ByPass). Take the right turn onto A68 (south) and at Carfraemill turn left onto the A697 and then left onto the B6456. The entrance to Duns Castle is off this road. The only restricted and private roads are the entrances and approaches to the Chapel/Castle, which will of course be open provided you arrive during opening hours. Enjoy your visit.
Hi Everyone, If you only had one boarder abbey to visit which of the 3 would you visit and why, melrose, jedburgh or dryburgh. and since I have only this day would you go on to caerlaverock and culzean castles, then head back to Edinburgh thanks
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Hi. For me it would be Jedburgh. More intact and from the recorded commentary I really could "feel" the abbey and the story around it.
Dogs are allowed at Melrose Abbey but they must be kept on a lead and should not be left unattended. They are not permitted in roofed areas such as gift shops, cafes and visitors …
Dogs are allowed at Melrose Abbey but they must be kept on a lead and should not be left unattended. They are not permitted in roofed areas such as gift shops, cafes and visitors centres - please call the site for more information 01896 822 562
The tours I have been looking at have you stay only 45min-1 hour at Melrose. I am nervous, is this enough time? I am trying to see Melrose, Alnwick, and Bamburgh in the same tour. What are your opinions?
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I haven't been to Melrose yet, but would recommend at least half a day for each of Alnwick and Bamburgh to really get the most from them. I am planning to spend at least an hour in …
I haven't been to Melrose yet, but would recommend at least half a day for each of Alnwick and Bamburgh to really get the most from them. I am planning to spend at least an hour in Melrose Abbey personally.
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