Kelso Races in Galashiels

Kingsknowes Hotel is close to the idyllic market town of Kelso, set on the rivers Teviot and the Tweed, and is the home of National Hunt Racing. Kelso Racecourse is a fun, family-friendly destination for a day trip and a magnet for tourists from around the world. Kelso racecourse stages thirteen jumps fixtures during the season from October through until May.

The racecourse offers many local events such as: the Border Union Agricultural Show; Championship Dog Show and the British Motorcycle Federation Rally.

The town is distinguished in that it boasts Floors Castle – the largest inhabited castle in Scotland. The market town has a traditional cobbled square featuring retail outlets of national and locally owned businesses. Dining is available at many reputable establishments.

Point to Point

The exhilarating Point-to-Point racing in Galashiels has perfect viewing from a large natural grandstand and is a popular meeting. Some types of Point-to-Point racing are: