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Sir Walter Scotts Courtroom, Selkirk, Scottish Borders
Sir Walter Scotts Courtroom, Selkirk

Sir Walter Scott's Courtroom

Things to do in Selkirk Scottish Borders
Museums in Scotland

Description:
The building in Selkirk where Sir Walter Scott sat as a Sheriff of Selkirk from 1804 till 1832. Now a museum which explores his life, his writings and especially his time as a Sheriff. Also features James Hogg, the Ettrick Shepherd, and Mungo Park, the African Explorer.

Ownership:
Scottish Borders Council

Situation – OS ref: NT 471285

How to get there:
By car:
In the Market Place, Selkirk on the A7 between Galashiels and Hawick. Parking nearby.
By public transport:
Regular bus service between Galashiels and Hawick via Selkirk.

Opening Dates and Times (2010)
27 March - 30 April & 1 - 30 September
Monday to Friday: 10:00 to 16:00
Saturday: 11:00 to 15:00

1 May - 31 August
Monday to Friday: 10:00 to 16:00
Saturday & Sunday: 11:00 to 15:00

1 - 30 October
Monday to Saturday: 12:00 to 15:00

Closed: for Selkirk Common Riding; Thursday 17 – Sunday 20 June.

Facilities:

Admission:
Free

Contact:
SBC Museums Service Tel: 01750 20096

Attached attractions:

Additional info:
VisitScotland 3 star Museum

Web link:
http://www.scotborders.gov.uk/outabout/visit/museums/3199.html

Places to stay nearby:
Selkirk

Local towns and villages:
- Selkirk

Sir Walter Scott's Courtroom, Scotland