Innerleithen - Traquair House 
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Traquair House near Innerleithen is one of the oldest inhabited mansions in Scotland. It was used by the Scottish royal family as a residence and hunting lodge from as early as the 10th century.
The iron gates, known also as the Bear Gates as they are guarded by two stone bears, were closed behind "Bonnie Prince Charlie" in 1745 and he vowed not to re-open them until a Stuart had been restored to the Scottish throne - and so they remain closed.
Additional attractions include an 18th century craft workshops and a maze.
The iron gates, known also as the Bear Gates as they are guarded by two stone bears, were closed behind "Bonnie Prince Charlie" in 1745 and he vowed not to re-open them until a Stuart had been restored to the Scottish throne - and so they remain closed.
Additional attractions include an 18th century craft workshops and a maze.
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Must-see attractions nearby:
Traquair House
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Address:
Traquair House, Peebles, Innerleithen EH44 6PW, Scotland
Hours:
April 9 to May 31: 11am-5pm
June 1 to August 31: 10:30am-5pm
September 1 to September 30: 11am-5pm
October 1 to October 31: 11am-4pm
November 1 to November 30: 11am-3pm; Closed: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Always opened on: Easter Monday - Christian
Tips: Last admission 5 pm.
Parking: Free
Disability Access: Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities: Gift shop, Restaurant or food service
Typical Visit: 1 hour
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