A Bank Holiday weekend means just one thing; it’s time to hit the beer gardens in the Scottish Borders.
Whether you’re hoping to soak up some Sun or catch up with you family and friends over a cold one, this list could come in handy.
We have rounded up some of the top spots in the Scottish Borders to manifest some not so British weather over a pint.
Here are the top five on your doorstep according to their Tripadvisor reviews.
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Best beer gardens in the Scottish Borders
Allanton Inn
Location: Allanton TD11 3JZ Scotland
Tripadvisor rating: 5.0
One customer took to Tripadvisor and left this review: "We were a group of five friends, getting together for a good catch-up and a nice dinner. We were seated in the smaller area of the restaurant, with only one other table of 5/6, so the ambience was cosy, welcoming & fun. Service by our waiter for the evening was excellent, a perfect balance of polite, friendly & humorous, which added to the enjoyable experience. We all agreed to award him a TEN! The food, in terms of variety, quality, cooking, presentation & value for money was simply superb. Not one of us had a fault to find, each thoroughly enjoying their selection..."
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The Salmon Inn
Location: 54 Bank Street, Galashiels TD1 1EP Scotland
Tripadvisor rating: 4.5
One customer took to Tripadvisor and left this review: "Always good to drop in for a quick drink before and after attending the cinema or an event in the Volunteer Hall. Good feel to the place."
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The Bridge Inn
Location: 72 Port Brae, Peebles EH45 8AW
Tripadvisor rating: 4.5
One customer took to Tripadvisor and left this review: "The Bridge Inn is a bright and roomy pub situated, surprise surprise, right by the main bridge across the river. The furnishings and decor are distinctly old style - and I hope that it stays this way as they lend the pub the sort of cosy and friendly atmosphere so often lacking in modern bars.
"Service was quick and friendly and, certainly in the early evening (my favourite time to have a pint), the ambience was relaxing and friendly. This is a most pleasant, traditional sort of pub and certainly one of the best in Peebles."
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Buccleuch Arms
Location: The Green, St. Boswells TD6 0EW Scotland
Tripadvisor rating: 4.0
One customer took to Tripadvisor and left this review:"Lovely little place. Rooms dated but very comfortable and adds to the charm. Lovely comfy bed. Tv did not work no signal but did not spoil the stay.
Food amazing. I’m gluten free and did not feel I missed out. Staff very friendly and welcoming. Defo would return.
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The Ship Inn
Location: East Port TD6 9RA, Melrose TD6 9RA Scotland
Tripadvisor rating: 4.0
One customer took to Tripadvisor and left this review:"Only popped in for drinks but saw food come out and it looked yummy. Girls behind the bar are so friendly……best pub in Melrose."
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