Overview
With a brand new play park, café, gift shop and stunning walks throughout the Teviot Valley, Harestanes is a must visit in the Scottish Borders.
Whether taking in the scenery on one of the walks, savouring a homebaked treat in the café, indulging in a little retail therapy or running around the inclusive play park – Harestanes offers something for everyone. There are some of the most beautiful walking trails in the Scottish Borders: energetic hikes and leisurely jaunts – check out our walks leaflet for more info.
A beacon for accessible play in the Scottish Borders, the play park features over 50 pieces of durable, innovative and exciting play features for children of all ages. There is a wide variety of play equipment for children with additional support needs including the Borders’ only wheelchair swings and an all-inclusive sensory boardwalk.
In addition there is an agility trail, a picnic area and a toddler play garden. At the heart of the play park is an impressive Jedburgh Abbey-inspired centrepiece and pyramid tower.
Cafe Festive Opening Hours
Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and Friday 27 December
Open on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 December
Closed Monday 30 December to Thursday 2 January 2020
Open Friday 3 January 2020
- Open 10:00 - Closes 16:00
- 01835 830306
Plan your visit
Harestanes is operated by local charity Live Borders, and every penny you spend with us goes back into supporting active, creative and healthy communities in the Scottish Borders.
Harestanes Café offers great local country cuisine and a warm, friendly welcome. Well-behaved doggies are also welcome. The café has VisitScotland's 'Taste our Best' Award. Harestanes holds a Gold award in the Green Tourism Business Scheme and is a 4 star VisitScotland attraction.
There is free parking, including disabled parking; toilets, including disabled toilets and baby changing; and free wifi.
We plan exciting events all year round - check out the what's on section for more info.
Also on the Harestanes' estate is a whole host of other local businesses, including Buy Design Gallery, Hunter Art & Tile Studio, Harestanes Glass Studio, Mary's Dairy and Kelso Gin. Please visit their websites for details of opening times.
