Newcastleton, Scottish Borders, Scotland

Welcome to Newcastleton or Copshaw Holm as it is known locally.

Hello and a very warm welcome to Newcastleton, known locally as Copshaw Holm.

The small village of Newcastleton, with a resident population of 850, is nestled in the valley of Liddesdale, gateway to the Scottish Borders. We are surrounded by hills and forests with fabulous scenery, abundant wild life and historical sites. It is great place to visit for the day or longer. From mountain biking to walking, golf and fishing check out the things to do section or just come and soak up the atmosphere.

Five hundred years ago the hills would be ringing with the sound of clashing steel and fighting Reivers, today visitors experience a warm welcome.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Holm.

Places to stay in and around Newcastleton

Acvtivities and things to do in Newcastleton

Places to eat in and around Newcastleton

Mountain biking in the South of Scotland: big country riding, rolling hills, views to die for and mile upon mile of technical singletrack – it's all here!

Newcastleton, close to the Scotland / England border and with shorter routes at all levels, this is a good introduction to the 7stanes.

From landscapes of soft rolling hills to steep sided valleys, remote forest tracks to breathtaking coastal views and mile after mile of full flowing trails to some of the most demanding and technical singletrack mountain biking to be found anywhere in the World.

The 7stanes are eight mountain biking centres (Glentress and Innerleithen share one) spanning southern Scotland. The 7stanes mountain bike trails offer everyone no matter how experienced, some of the world's best mountain biking stretching from the heart of Dumfries and Galloway to the Scottish Borders. Near to all the 7stanes trails you will find the best accommodation in Scotland, from hostels and bed & breakfasts to guest houses, inns and hotels. Locally produced food and ales served up by our pubs, restaurants, cafes and tearooms, not to mention our famous Scottish hospitality will make your visit to Scotland and the 7stanes complete and an adventure of a lifetime.

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