Coldstream is situated on the north bank of a long majestic bend of the River Tweed. Extensive vistas of the Cheviot Hills are to the south. To the East and West , mature woodland and to the North the Dunglas Hill and woodland which is part of the Hirsel Estate which is mainly to the North West. The village of Cornhill-on-Tweed just over the border to the south.

Although mainly a farming community the town still boasts some varied and interesting tourist and sporting activities such as golf, fishing, bowling, tennis, horse riding, walking and cycling with gliding, 4x4 and shooting centres nearby. Coldstream is also within easy driving distance from the beautiful Berwickshire / Northumberland coast, famous for it's towering cliffs, vast sandy beaches and bird life.

The Scottish Borders stretch from the rolling hills and moorland in the west, through gentler valleys to the rich agricultural plains of the east, to the rocky Berwickshire coastline with its secluded coves and picturesque fishing villages.

As well as fishing, you can try your hand at golf, riding, walking or cycling, and make use of our modern sport centres and swimming pools. You'll discover friendly towns and charming villages, while our castles, abbeys, stately homes and museums illustrate the exciting and often bloody history of the area. It's that history which is commemorated in the Common Ridings and other local festivals, creating a colourful pageant much enjoyed by visitors and native Borderers alike.

The Scottish Borders Tourist Board are responsible for promoting tourism in The Borders, their comprehensive web site is at
www.scot-borders.co.uk and e-mail: info@scot-borders.co.uk