Wander among the graceful ruins of this beautiful Borders abbey set beside the River Tweed and truly enjoy the diverse gardens which really do offer something for everyone including the Dryburgh Yew, reputedly one of Scotland's most ancient trees

The year begins in February with the Snowdrop festival which offers visitors a great opportunity to see the snowdrops sitting in contrast to the winter aconites with their beautiful yellow colouring.

Early spring sees the Daffodils in bloom and when you take a look from the River Tweed towards the abbey there is a wonderful view of yellows and greens. This coming year will see the return of our wild grass meadow where we hope that nature will take its course and self-seed.
One of the most picturesque times of year to visit is in the autumn when the leaves are changing colour on the trees. A fantastic sight!

About us

HIGHLIGHTS

CONCESSIONS

Awards

GUIDED TOURS

Group visits

ACCOMMODATION

VOLUNTEERING / INTERNSHIPS OPPORTUNITES

ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

You can find our accessibility statement here:

PROMOTIONAL THEMES

  • Autumn Colour
  • Daffodil Displays
  • Snowdrops
  • Spring bulbs
  • Tree Collection/Champion Trees

HOW TO FIND US

8m South East of Melrose on the B6404, near St Boswells
Public transport as far as St Boswells - 20 mins walk to Abbey

ADDRESS

Dryburgh
TD6 0RQ

Booking

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OPENING TIMES

10am to last entry at 3.30pm (closes 4pm)

Monday: 10am to last entry at 3.30pm (closed at 4pm)

Tuesday: 10am to last entry at 3.30pm (closed at 4pm)

Wednesday: 10am to last entry at 3.30pm (closed at 4pm)

Thursday: 10am to last entry at 3.30pm (closed at 4pm)

Friday: 10am to last entry at 3.30pm (closed at 4pm)

Saturday: 10am to last entry at 3.30pm (closed at 4pm)

Sunday: 10am to last entry at 3.30pm (closed at 4pm)

Opening information

1 Apr to 30 Sept:
Daily, 9.30am to last entry at 4.30pm (closes 5pm)

1 Oct to 31 Mar:
Daily, 10am to last entry at 3.30pm (closes 4pm)

ADMISSION PRICES

ADDRESS

Scottish Borders

Dryburgh
TD6 0RQ

FACILITY

  • Car park
  • Shop
  • Toilets

Accessibility

Family day out

  • Picnic area

Coach parking, bicycle rack.

WEBSITE

http://www.historicenvironment.scot/dryburgh-abbey

E-MAIL

marketing@hes.scot

PHONE

01835 822 381

FACEBOOK

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Instagram

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