Tweeddale Museum and Gallery
Things to do in Peebles Scottish Borders
Museums in Scotland
Description: The story of the Royal Burgh of Peebles and the surrounding area from pre-historic times up to the present. Regular exhibitions of contemporary arts and crafts throughout the summer months.
Ownership: Scottish Borders Council
Situation – OS ref: NT 253403 In the Chambers Institute.
How to get there: By car: Just off the main street of Peebles. By public transport: Regular bus services from other border towns and from Edinburgh.
Opening times 2010 Major refurbishment of the Chambers Institute is planned to take place from mid-April to mid-June and the museum will be closed during this period.
All Year Monday – Friday 10:30 to 12:30 & 13:00 to 16:00 Saturdays 09:30 to12:30
Closed on Sundays throughout year, 26 June (Beltane Festival) and for Christmas and New Year holidays.
Facilities:
Admission: Free
Contact: Tel: 01721 724820
Attached attractions: The Chambers Room with its magnificent friezes commissioned by William Chambers.
Additional info: VisitScotland 2 star Museum
Web link: http://www.scotborders.gov.uk/outabout/visit/museums/3132.html
Places to stay nearby: Peebles
Local towns and villages: Peebles
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