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| Scotland: Scottish Borders: Buccleuch Country Ride |
The 57 mile (90km) route, the first of its kind in Scotland,
provides the independent horse and rider with a 3 to 4 day
ride through stunning Scottish scenery on
bridleways, private tracks, open country and quiet country roads.
A full information pack
including detailed maps, route description, accommodation, stabling list and
blacksmiths' and vets' telephone numbers is available from Harvey Maps for £8.50
by clicking on the following link
http://www.harveymaps.co.uk/acatalog/Horseriding_maps.html
The route is shown on maps contained within the information pack described above.
Accommodation information can be found in the information pack described above or can be arranged by VisitScotland Borders, Tel: 0870 6080404 (press 1), bordersinfo@visitscotland.com
You can also book your accommodation using the new Horses Welcome quality assurance scheme. Choose between wonderful B&Bs, farmhouses, pubs and hotels on our website www.horseswelcome.org in the safe knowledge that each property has been assessed by the BHS to make sure your horses needs are catered for.
Further information can be found on the VisitScotland Borders website at www.visitscottishborders.com
The route has been developed by the British Horse Society and Scottish Natural Heritage with the co-operation of the Buccleuch Estates, farmers and landowners. Support and financial assistance has also been provided by Scottish Borders Enterprise, Scottish Borders Council and Scottish Borders Tourist Board.
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