New(ish) Kids on the Block
From funky galleries and accommodation to bike shops and more, a host of businesses have opened up new premises in the Tweed Valley. Here, owners describe in their own words what they offer – and why you should go check them out!
Scots Pine Tearoom, Eddleston
“Set in the rolling hills of the Portmore Estate on the outskirts of Eddleston, our tearoom feels warm and welcoming from the minute people step through the door. We offer fresh, home-cooked produce, with afternoon teas a real speciality, courtesy of our on-site baker. With an outdoor play area, we are very child friendly. We love dogs too!”
- Linda Fraser, Scots Pine Tearoom
Ride Innerleithen
“Visitors are always welcome for a cuppa and a chocolate biscuit to chat about all things bikes and Tweed Valley. The team are on-hand for bike maintenance, repairs, new bikes from top brands like Pivot, Kinesis, Whyte and Frog, demos, accessories and clothing, as well as advice on the best trails in the valley. We aim to be an all-inclusive bike shop welcoming not only mountain bikers but road cyclists, families, commuters and everyone who likes riding bikes.”
- Dan Wilson, Co-owner, Ride Innerleithen
Solo Gallery, Innerleithen
“Solo Gallery is a fresh new space for contemporary fine arts, ceramics, glass and jewellery. We feature carefully curated artwork from artists predominantly based in Scotland and some from further afield. The gallery supports established and emerging artists and crafters, showcasing beautifully crafted glass, ceramics and jewellery as well as original artwork to hang on your wall. Come and enjoy browsing the wonderful pieces on display!”
- Kate Hayes, Solo Gallery
The Trail House Glentress, nr Peebles
"After five years of operating chalets in the Alps, we opened the Trail & Wee Houses to provide comfortable, affordable and flexible accommodation to those visiting the beautiful Tweed Valley. Guests include bikers, walkers, holidaymakers in couples, groups or multi-generational families. We offer a home from home, ‘ski chalet/modern country cottage’ feel and warmth. In our experience a comfy bed, fully equipped kitchen, large social space, secure bike storage and good showers make an active holiday.”
- Hayley Hunter, The Trail House Glentress
Tweed Valley Bikes, Innerleithen
“Based at the heart of some of the world's best trails, our shop grew from our long standing operations on the trail and we're now home to top bike brands Santa Cruz, Nukeproof, Orange, Ibis and Kona Bikes. As partners of the award-winning Dirt School and Tweed Valley Guides, our rider-first focus runs through everything we do, from sales and demo to servicing and repairs and even choosing what product we stock, all of which is tried and tested by our team to ensure that what we recommend is what we truly believe in. If you're visiting the area, be sure to pop in even if it's just for some friendly trail advice."”
- Janey Kennedy, Tweed Valley Bikes
Zenwalls Gallery, Peebles
“Lucky to be located in a prime position on Peebles High Street, Zenwalls is a contemporary art gallery that offers regularly changing exhibitions by established artists and photographers, as well as exciting new talent. There is a real emphasis on experimentation and interpretation, often with a local flavour. Our window displays give a taste of what’s inside, and are always a big draw for passers-by.”
- Allan Wright, Zenwalls Gallery
The Bike Shop, Innerleithen
“As part of the Adrenalin Uplift group, we are here to enhance your Tweed Valley experience in any way that we can! Our awesome team have riders covered for all essentials, with a shop full of premium brands and products, plus all types of bikes to hire, demo or buy. Our well-equipped workshop and professional team of mechanics will also keep you on the pedals by helping repair or service your bike. We even have a guide team to help maximise your time here in the area!”
- Gordo Hodge, The Bike Shop
Zoom Motorhome Hire, Peebles
“We facilitate luxury motorhome adventures from the Tweed Valley - a place that we love and is itself a fantastic area to discover. We help people explore and make lasting memories all over Scotland, but must admit to taking special pride in seeing visitors experience our home patch! With customer satisfaction at the heart of everything we do, there is nothing we like more than seeing happy, relaxed visitors return from their travels.”
- Pippa Gordon-Duff, Zoom Motorhome Hire
Ridelines education centre, Innerleithen
“As well as operating a guiding and skills tuition company in the Tweed Valley for well over a decade, we have long been one of the UK’s leading providers of British Cycling’s MTB Leadership awards and now deliver the full range of national governing body training courses and assessments from our new education centre on Innerleithen High Street. As well as giving us a physical presence in the town, it is an essential facility for developing all leaders, from grass roots mountain biking right through to the highest MTB Leadership award available in the UK. The classroom and surrounding trails are perfectly set up for riders and learners alike.”
- Andy Weir, Ridelines
Further Information
The above are just some of the 100+ tourism businesses all waiting to welcome you to the Tweed Valley. Have a good nosey around the site and you’ll soon get to know plenty more!