The Royal Hotel Jedburgh

Jedburgh Abbey

Jedburgh Abbey's remarkably complete Romanesque and early Gothic buildings have a tranquil stillness which belies their turbulent history.

The Abbey's grand design was inspired by Europe's magnificent churches, and was founded in 1138 by David I. For the abbey's community of Augustinian canons, its location frequently landed them amid conflict. When Anglo-Scottish relations deteriorated after 1296, Jedburgh became a frontline target for English armies. The Reformation heralded the abbey's final decline. Despite this, it was used as the local church up to 1875, after which it became disused.

Mary Queen of Scots’ Visitor Centre

Set in the heart of Jedburgh, just a short walk from Jedburgh Abbey, this 16th Century fortifed house sits in a garden of pear trees and contains displays which give an insight into the life of Mary Queen of Scots, who visited in 1566. An audio tour and foreign language guide is available. Tour groups are welcome.

Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre

Discover the best of the Borders through Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre’s events, activities, exhibitions and countryside walks. We offer a great day out for children with the Border’s biggest play park. Harestanes is just off the A68, 4 miles north of Jedburgh