WELCOME TO EDDLESON VILLAGE

Eddleston is a delightful conservation village in the soft rolling Borders countryside. Eddleston is made up of the village itself plus quite a number of surrounding farms. In 2001 (the latest census data available) there were 129 households with a total population of 335 split 47% male and 53% female. More population statistics will be available over the coming months

This is our community website developed thanks to the generosity of Awards for All, Scottish Borders Council and Sharedbase - our web provider: please have a look around for more information and to find out how you can get involved.

THINGS TO DO IN EDDLESTON

We have excellent local facilities including the primary school, church and village hall. There is a thriving local community with clubs and activities for all ages from pre-school to senior citizens.

Have a look at our Events Calendar to find out about forthcoming events in 2008. If you have an event you would like noted here, just let us know.

WE WOULD LIKE YOUR HELP

Do you have any local news or information about the village which you would like to share? Do you have any interesting photos of the village? Would you like to see your house or garden on our home page or in the Photo Album Maybe it's there already. Why don't you have a look? You can email us on info@eddleston.org.uk

If you're interested in the history of Eddleston Carpet Bowling Club, have a look in the Clubs and Activities Section. Maybe you can help fill in the gaps?

Our Community Council brings you up to date in its own section. All the latest news and information on how to contact your Community Councillors.

EDDLESTON VILLAGE FROM THE AIR

Taken from a hot air balloon over the village

Quick Links

Leadburn Community Woodland Volunteer Day and BBQ Sunday 28th June
Community Council looking for new members
Duck Race and Treasure Hunt: Click for report and photos
Children's Festival Weekend: Click for Report and photos
Babies and Toddlers meet 10-11.30 in Village Hall. See nursery page
Kirsty's Challenge - charity fundraising 300km Jordan Bike Ride. Click on link

PIPER SNAPPED AT A VILLAGE WEDDING

Eddleston Parish Church is a lovely setting for weddings and not just for locals

Map of UK showing location of Eddleston Only four miles from the county town of Peebles and eighteen miles south of Edinburgh, Eddleston is well situated for both city and local shopping, tourist and leisure activities.

NEWS AND EVENTS

See the Events Calendar for details of forthcoming events.

VISITORS FROM GLASGOW

Glasgow City Council Walking Group snapped at the start of their walk in the hills around Eddleston

SUGGESTION BOX

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