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Balcary House Hotel

Buccleuch Road
Rated 8.6 in 634 reviews

Balcary House Hotel in Hawick, United Kingdom, is a charming establishment that offers a serene escape in the heart of the Scottish Borders. Nestled within picturesque gardens, this boutique hotel provides guests with an intimate and personalized experience, ideal for those looking to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

The hotel is housed in a beautifully restored Victorian mansion, where guests are greeted with elegant interiors that reflect both the history and charm of the property. Careful attention to detail is evident throughout Balcary House Hotel, with its tastefully furnished rooms and cozy communal spaces that invite comfort and relaxation.

Dining at the Balcary House Hotel is a delightful experience, with locally sourced ingredients forming the basis of the menus, ensuring a true taste of the region. The hotel's restaurant prioritizes quality and flavor, presenting dishes that are both traditional and innovative.

Beyond the hotel's confines, guests are well-placed to explore the quaint town of Hawick and the surrounding countryside. The area is rich in history, offering numerous walking paths, historical sites, and cultural highlights. Balcary House Hotel serves as a convenient base for day trips and excursions.

Additionally, the hotel's event spaces make it a suitable location for small gatherings and intimate weddings, accommodating guests who seek a picturesque setting for their special occasions.

Overall, Balcary House Hotel in Hawick provides a warm and welcoming retreat, where the emphasis is on comfort, service, and a genuine Scottish experience.

Climate and Weather

January
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Michelin Restaurants in Hawick and near Balcary House Hotel

Borders Distillery
Borders Distillery
Distillery in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
0.8km / 0.51mi
Borders Textile Towerhouse
Borders Textile Towerhouse
Museum in Hawick, Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
0.7km / 0.46mi
Steve Hislop
Steve Hislop
Scottish motorcycle racer (1962–2003)
340m / 370yd
Hawick Museum building
Hawick Museum building
Museum building in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
400m / 440yd
Jimmie Guthrie
Jimmie Guthrie
Scottish motorcycle racer (1897–1937)
390m / 420yd
Hawick War Memorial
Hawick War Memorial
Architectural structure in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
410m / 450yd
Wilton Parish Church
Wilton Parish Church
Church building in Hawick, Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
1.3km / 0.78mi
Hawick Congregational Church
Hawick Congregational Church
Architectural structure in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
1.2km / 0.75mi
Trinity Church
Trinity Church
Architectural structure in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
1.1km / 0.68mi
St Mary's & Old Church
St Mary's & Old Church
Church building in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
0.7km / 0.42mi
Hawick Museum
Museum in Hawick, Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
410m / 450yd
Kirkton Schoolhouse
Hillfort in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
3.9km / 2.4mi
Branxholme Castle
Branxholme Castle
Castle in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
4km / 2.5mi
Cavers Castle
Cavers Castle
Ruined tower house in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
4.7km / 2.9mi
Stobs Military Camp
Stobs Military Camp
4.3km / 2.6mi
Kirkton Church
Kirkton Church
Church building in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
4.5km / 2.8mi
Kinninghall Hill
Hillfort in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
4.2km / 2.6mi
Mid Hill
Hillfort in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
4.8km / 3mi
Denholm Hill
Hillfort in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
5.3km / 3.3mi
Henlawshiel Obelisk
Henlawshiel Obelisk
Obelisk in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
6km / 3.7mi
South Berryfell
Hillfort in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
7.7km / 4.8mi
Catrail
Archaeological linear earthwork
9.4km / 5.8mi
Leyden Monument, the Green, Denholm
Leyden Monument, the Green, Denholm
Decorated Gothic spire monument to John Leyden.
8.4km / 5.2mi
Denholm War Memorial
War memorial in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
8.4km / 5.2mi
Ashkirk Parish Church
Ashkirk Parish Church
Church building in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
8.3km / 5.2mi
Fatlips Castle
Fatlips Castle
16th-century tower house in Scotland
11km / 6.8mi
Fulton Tower
Fulton Tower
Tower house near Jedburgh, Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
11.1km / 6.9mi
Abbotrule Kirk
Abbotrule Kirk
Church building in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK, ruinous by 1880
11.7km / 7.3mi
Monument to Sir Walter Scott in the Market Place in Selkirk
Monument to Sir Walter Scott in the Market Place in Selkirk
Grade B listed statue in Selkirk
14.5km / 9mi
Halliwells House Museum
Halliwells House Museum
Museum in Selkirk, Scotland, UK
14.4km / 9mi
Blackchester
Hillfort in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
14.7km / 9.2mi
The Flodden Field Monument, Scotts Place, Selkirk
The Flodden Field Monument, Scotts Place, Selkirk
Monument in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
14.7km / 9.1mi
Sir Walter Scottʼs Courtroom
Sir Walter Scottʼs Courtroom
Local authority museum in Scotland, United Kingdom
14.5km / 9mi
Pant Well, Market Place, Selkirk
Pant Well, Market Place, Selkirk
Stone cross in Selkirk, Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
14.5km / 9mi
Selkirk Parish Church
Selkirk Parish Church
High Street, Selkirk, Scottish Borders
14.6km / 9.1mi
Mungo Park Memorial
Mungo Park Memorial
Monumental statue commemorating Mungo Park, in Selkirk, Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
14.6km / 9.1mi
Church Of Our Lady And St Joseph, High Street, Selkirk
Church Of Our Lady And St Joseph, High Street, Selkirk
Church building in Selkirk, Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
14.6km / 9.1mi
Selkirk War Memorial
Selkirk War Memorial
War memorial in Selkirk, Scottish Borders
14.6km / 9mi
Ferniehirst Castle
Ferniehirst Castle
Castle in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
16.1km / 10mi
Jedburgh Castle Jail and Museum
Jedburgh Castle Jail and Museum
Castle, later rebuilt as a jail, in Jedburgh, Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
16.4km / 10.2mi
Jedburgh Abbey
Jedburgh Abbey
Abbey in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
16.7km / 10.4mi
Newark Castle
Newark Castle
Tower house in Selkirkshire, Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
16.9km / 10.5mi
Ninestane Rig
Ninestane Rig
Stone circle in Castleton, Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
17.1km / 10.6mi
Queen Mary's House
Queen Mary's House
Museum in Queen Street in Jedburgh
16.9km / 10.5mi
St John The Evangelist's Episcopal Church
St John The Evangelist's Episcopal Church
Church in Jedburgh, United Kingdom
17km / 10.6mi

What to do in Hawick and near Balcary House Hotel

Borders Distillery
Borders Distillery
Distillery in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
0.8km / 0.51mi
Borders Textile Towerhouse
Borders Textile Towerhouse
Museum in Hawick, Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
0.7km / 0.46mi
Steve Hislop
Steve Hislop
Scottish motorcycle racer (1962–2003)
340m / 370yd
Hawick Museum building
Hawick Museum building
Museum building in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
400m / 440yd
Jimmie Guthrie
Jimmie Guthrie
Scottish motorcycle racer (1897–1937)
390m / 420yd
Hawick War Memorial
Hawick War Memorial
Architectural structure in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
410m / 450yd
Wilton Parish Church
Wilton Parish Church
Church building in Hawick, Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
1.3km / 0.78mi
Hawick Congregational Church
Hawick Congregational Church
Architectural structure in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
1.2km / 0.75mi
Trinity Church
Trinity Church
Architectural structure in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
1.1km / 0.68mi
St Mary's & Old Church
St Mary's & Old Church
Church building in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
0.7km / 0.42mi
Hawick Museum
Museum in Hawick, Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
410m / 450yd
Kirkton Schoolhouse
Hillfort in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
3.9km / 2.4mi
Branxholme Castle
Branxholme Castle
Castle in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
4km / 2.5mi
Cavers Castle
Cavers Castle
Ruined tower house in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
4.7km / 2.9mi
Stobs Military Camp
Stobs Military Camp
4.3km / 2.6mi
Kirkton Church
Kirkton Church
Church building in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
4.5km / 2.8mi
Kinninghall Hill
Hillfort in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
4.2km / 2.6mi
Mid Hill
Hillfort in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
4.8km / 3mi
Denholm Hill
Hillfort in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
5.3km / 3.3mi
Henlawshiel Obelisk
Henlawshiel Obelisk
Obelisk in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
6km / 3.7mi
South Berryfell
Hillfort in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
7.7km / 4.8mi
Catrail
Archaeological linear earthwork
9.4km / 5.8mi
Leyden Monument, the Green, Denholm
Leyden Monument, the Green, Denholm
Decorated Gothic spire monument to John Leyden.
8.4km / 5.2mi
Denholm War Memorial
War memorial in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
8.4km / 5.2mi
Ashkirk Parish Church
Ashkirk Parish Church
Church building in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
8.3km / 5.2mi
Fatlips Castle
Fatlips Castle
16th-century tower house in Scotland
11km / 6.8mi
Fulton Tower
Fulton Tower
Tower house near Jedburgh, Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
11.1km / 6.9mi
Abbotrule Kirk
Abbotrule Kirk
Church building in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK, ruinous by 1880
11.7km / 7.3mi
Monument to Sir Walter Scott in the Market Place in Selkirk
Monument to Sir Walter Scott in the Market Place in Selkirk
Grade B listed statue in Selkirk
14.5km / 9mi
Halliwells House Museum
Halliwells House Museum
Museum in Selkirk, Scotland, UK
14.4km / 9mi

About Hawick

Hawick, located in the Scottish Borders, offers a variety of activities and attractions that reflect its rich history and culture. One of the key highlights is the Hawick Museum, which provides insights into the local heritage and showcases a collection of art and historical artifacts. The museum is situated within the grounds of a former mansion, adding to its charm and significance.

Another significant aspect of Hawick is its association with textile production. The town has a long-standing reputation for producing high-quality cashmere and wool products. Visitors can explore local shops that sell these goods, offering a chance to appreciate the craftsmanship and perhaps purchase some unique souvenirs.

For those who enjoy the outdoors, the Teviot River runs through the town, providing opportunities for riverside walks and picnics. The surrounding countryside also offers various trails for walking and cycling, allowing visitors to experience the natural beauty of the Scottish Borders.

Hawick is known for its cultural events, including the annual Hawick Common Riding, which celebrates the town's history and community spirit. This event features parades, traditional music, and various activities that engage both locals and visitors.

Additionally, the Borders Textile Towerhouse is worth a visit for those interested in the textile industry. It features exhibitions that explore the history of textile manufacturing in the region and often hosts workshops and events.

Overall, Hawick provides a blend of historical, cultural, and outdoor experiences that reflect its unique identity within the Scottish Borders.




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