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Historic House
7 Days/Week
Open Public Holidays

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Sir Walter Scott purchased the Cartley Hall farmhouse on the banks of the River Tweed in 1812, and renamed it Abbotsford.

The old house was entirely demolished in 1822, and rebuilt. Further extensions to the house were carried out after his death in 1832.

Scott was a passionate collector of historic relics, including an impressive collection of armour and weapons. The library contains over 9000 rare volumes.

Visitors will see his Study, Library, Chinese Drawing Room, Entrance Hall and Armoury, and the Dining Room where Sir Walter died on 21 September 1832. There are extensive gardens, including a wonderful walled garden, a woodland walk and a private chapel which was added after his death.

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Abbotsford, Melrose
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Getting There: Abbotsford is just 2 miles from Melrose and is easily accessible: Edinburgh - approx 35 miles, Glasgow and Newcastle - approx 70 miles. Major routes:A1, A68, and A7.Travelling on the A68, take the A6091 Melrose Bypass, heading north towards Galashiels.Turn left at the second roundabout onto the B6360. Car parking facilities can be found 1/4 mile on the left opposite the main entrance to Abbotsford.
Operating Times: 7 Days/Week, Open Public Holidays
Site Description: Historic House

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Abbotsford
Melrose Roxburghshire
United Kingdom

Getting ThereAbbotsford is just 2 miles from Melrose and is easily accessible: Edinburgh - approx 35 miles, Glasgow and Newcastle - approx 70 miles. Major routes:A1, A68, and A7.Travelling on the A68, take the A6091 Melrose Bypass, heading north towards Galashiels.Turn left at the second roundabout onto the B6360. Car parking facilities can be found 1/4 mile on the left opposite the main entrance to Abbotsford.