Local Knowledge
So many places to see, foods and drinks to taste, sounds to hear and quirky, interesting tales of this area of the Borders.
Read about some of our local characters who frequented the Eildon Hills which lie just above Roulotte Retreat.
Eating & drinking
So many places to eat and drink in the area, but here are a few of our favourites….
Provender, Melrose
The Town House, Melrose
Burts, Melrose
Apples for Jam cafe, Melrose
The Hoebridge, Gattonside
The Buccleuch, St. Boswells
Hunter's Stables Italian Restaurant, St Boswells
Main Street Trading, St. Boswells
The Flat Cat, Lauder
Above restaurants are usually good for vegetarians too but always best to ask in advance to ensure vegetarian or vegan options are available.
As a group visiting Roulotte Retreat you may wish to organise food for a special occasion so ask Avril and Alan about excellent local caterers.
Shopping
The nearest shop is the Co-op at Newtown St. Boswells, almost two miles away.
St. Boswells offers local shops.
Melrose has many specialist shops, for fine foods and wines, excellent gift and clothes shops, also many restaurants, cafes and bistros
Galashiels offers 24 hour supermarkets as well as a variety of other shops, cinema, swimming pool
Kelso is great for exploring with wonderful cafes and shops in its 'French style' market square.
Explore many local Border towns and villages which surround Roulotte Retreat for unusual and quality gifts made by local crafts people or check out those hidden little gems en route.
Just ask us and we can guide you to many delightful places to explore.
