Visit Kelso

01/06/2026

If you’re visiting us in June, here are some great events to look out for. Full details for all upcoming events are listed on our website. www.visitkelso.com

6th & 7th: Kelso Antiques Flea Market at Border Events Centre
13th & 14th: Border Union Dog Show at Border Events Centre
24th: Floors Castle Walled Garden Tour
27th: Kelso Farmers Market in the town square

30/05/2026

If you’re planning a visit to Kelso- our monthly farmers market is a longstanding favourite for locals and guests alike! A rainbow of creations from artisan bakers to cookie makers and everything in between- your tastebuds will be tantalised and you’ll leave with some of the finest produce the Scottish Borders has to offer. Some of our producers have been trading here for 25 years!

22/05/2026

Kelso Farmers Market takes place in the square this Saturday, 9:30-1:30. A fantastic event full of local producers, definitely not to be missed!

Ok, so the wait in nearly over & here is, the current stall holder list for this Saturday 🥳🎉:

Burnside Farm Foods
Caurnie Soaperie
The Chirnells Farmhouse Kitchen
The Cookie Kitchen
Derek Priestley Cheese Monger and son
The Dessert Diva
EGGSRUs
Fingerpost Produce
First & Last Brewery
Flouer Flowers
Going Native
Greenknowe Honey
Hardiesmill Grass-Fed Beef
Kitty's Homemade Ginger Wine
Meraki Cacao
Natural Little Bee
Peelham Farm
Pippajos, The Bakery
Penningtons Spirits & Liqueurs
Rola Mòr
Ross Dougal Fish Merchants
Southview Larder
ThimbleTweed
The Tiffin

The market is open this Saturday, 23rd May between 9.30am & 1.30pm in the Square, Kelso.

Plus…, this weekend we will also be welcoming Kelso Christmas Lights

AND if all of that wasn’t enough The Good Market Kelso will also be open in the Cross Keys Hotel Kelso & there are lots of fabulous shops, cafes, restaurants & businesses (many of which are local, small, independent businesses) within the town that are ALL OPEN (this month & every day) for you to come along and have a truly brilliant day out…. as well as get all your shopping needs/ treats.

For more info on what is happening in Kelso over the coming weeks & months please see Visit Kelso, Love Kelso & Kelso Shopping

19/05/2026

If tourist traps and lengthy queues are your thing…you’ll hate it here. 😉

19/05/2026

Before the Gates Open: Walled Garden Tour Floors Castle - Wed 20th May - 9am - 10am.

Step inside Floors Castle’s historic Walled Garden before it opens to the public and enjoy a truly exclusive guided experience. In a small group of just 15 guests, you’ll be led on a relaxed and informative walk at one of the most peaceful and beautiful times of day.

This seasonal tour offers an insight into the history, design and ongoing evolution of the Walled Garden. Learn about planting plans, colour schemes and sources of inspiration, while exploring the herbaceous borders, themed areas and changing displays throughout the garden. Along the way, our gardeners will share practical hints and tips to help you keep your own garden looking its best through the summer months.

Discover how the garden transforms from month to month, and gain a behind-the-scenes understanding of the work involved in maintaining this productive and ornamental space all year round. Within these historic walls, a rich variety of cut flowers, fruit and vegetables are grown, making the garden as productive as it is beautiful.

Each tour is tailored to the season, ensuring every visit is unique and shaped by what is in bloom at the time.

May’s main attractions are peonies, wisteria and the garden coming to life.

https://www.floorscastle.com/events/before-the-gates-open-may-walled-garden-tour

18/05/2026

This weekend (22-24 May) sees the return of the world famous Jim Clark Rally, with part of the race taking place on the roads around Kelso. A fast-paced, thrill-seeking spectacle that has to be seen to be believed! Visit Kelso’s very own dare devil, Claire Mole of will once again be taking part and we wish her a very fast but very safe and successful race! Look out for Claire’s car number 133 on Sunday and give her a big cheer as she flies past! 🏁
For all the details on the Jim Clark Rally and how to watch it safely, please visit their website www.jimclarkrally.co.uk