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The Great Britain Guide

Memorials & monuments · Scottish Lowlands

Equestrian Statue of a Border Reiver

In or near Newtown St Boswells.

Free admission♿ Wheelchair accessible

Equestrian Statue of a Border Reiver — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Border reiver statue - geograph.org.uk - 3545243

kim traynor — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
15 min–45 min
Nearest railway station
Galashiels · 0.4 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible

About

Equestrian Statue of a Border Reiver is a memorial located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

Photo gallery

See it from the streetimagery from 2022

Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Official information

Old Gala House is a historic building in Galashiels, dating back to 1583, that now serves as a museum and gallery. It showcases the history of the town and its people through various exhibitions and events, all set within beautifully maintained grounds.

Place summary

The Equestrian Statue of a Border Reiver is a memorial located in central Scotland. It commemorates the historical figures known as Border Reivers, who were raiders along the Anglo-Scottish border during the late Middle Ages. The statue serves as a reminder of this tumultuous period in Scottish history.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
55.6146, -2.8066
Postcode
TD1 3AD
Parliamentary constituency
Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk
Phone
01896 752 611
Nearest railway station
Galashiels0.4 km
Opening
Monday to Friday 10am–4pm; closed Saturday and Sunday

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Equestrian Statue of a Border Reiver?
Equestrian Statue of a Border Reiver is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode TD1 3AD).
What is Equestrian Statue of a Border Reiver?
Equestrian Statue of a Border Reiver — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Equestrian Statue of a Border Reiver?
The nearest railway station is Galashiels, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode TD1 3AD.
Is Equestrian Statue of a Border Reiver free to visit?
Yes, Equestrian Statue of a Border Reiver is free to enter.
How do I get to Equestrian Statue of a Border Reiver?
The nearest railway station is Galashiels, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TD1 3AD.