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The Great Britain Guide

Abbeys & priories · Scottish Lowlands

Melrose Abbey

In or near Newtown St Boswells.

Free admission♿ Wheelchair: limited

Melrose Abbey — a abbey in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Here lies the heart of Robert Bruce - perhaps - geograph.org.uk - 7246430

M J Richardson — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Tweedbank · 2.7 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Melrose Abbey is a abbey 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 2025

Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Official information

Trimontium Museum is located in Melrose, Scotland, and focuses on the history of the largest Roman fort and settlement north of Hadrian's Wall. Visitors can explore exhibits that showcase the interaction between Romans and native Iron Age tribes.

Place summary

Melrose Abbey is a historic abbey located in central Scotland. It is known for its impressive medieval architecture and is a prominent example of 12th-century design in the region. The abbey is a site of significant historical interest, reflecting the architectural style and monastic traditions of its era.

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

Coordinates
55.5994, -2.7178
Postcode
TD6 9LG
Parliamentary constituency
Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk
Nearest railway station
Tweedbank2.7 km

Sources

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Historic houses · Scottish Lowlands

Harmony House

Harmony House — house in Melrose, Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK.

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Where to eat & stay near Melrose Abbey

Places to stay

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Hotels · Scottish Lowlands

The Townhouse

The Townhouse — a hotel in scotland central.

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Hotels · Scottish Lowlands

Burt's Hotel

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Hotels · Scottish Lowlands

Station Hotel

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Campsites · Scottish Lowlands

Gibson Park Caravan Club Site

Gibson Park Caravan Club Site — a campsite in scotland central.

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Caravan parks · Scottish Lowlands

Roulotte Retreat

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Places to eat & drink

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Melrose Abbey?
Melrose Abbey is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode TD6 9LG).
What is Melrose Abbey?
Melrose Abbey — a abbey in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Melrose Abbey?
The nearest railway station is Tweedbank, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode TD6 9LG.
How do I get to Melrose Abbey?
The nearest railway station is Tweedbank, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TD6 9LG.