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Phone lines restored to Borders General Hospital
Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:51:06 +0100
Phone lines to Borders General Hospital have been restored over seven hours after first being reported.
Christine Grahame raises questions over Scottish Borders Council’s handling of £420,000 George Knox Fund
Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:34:39 +0100
A Borders MSP has raised concerns about Scottish Borders Council’s handling of a £420,000 bequest left for the elderly people of Galashiels.
Lilliesleaf, Ashkirk and Midlem Community Council seeks members
Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:10:24 +0100
Lilliesleaf, Ashkirk and Midlem Community Council is holding an election for the eight available places on the organisation.
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Welcome to Galashiels
Thank you for visiting the official Galashiels Town Site where you will find everything you need to know about Galashiels, one of the Scottish Borders' premier towns.
For information about local events, a directory of Galashiels' business, tourist information for the Scottish Borders and much more, please enjoy browsing our pages.
For Events and what's happening is the Scottish Borders and Northumberland please see our Scottish Borders Information Portal or The Scottish Borders Guide
Galashiels is a major commercial centre and central communication point for the Scottish Borders. The town is known for textile manufacturing, and is the location of Heriot-Watt University's School of Textiles and Design, Galashiels Academy and one campus of the Borders College, which as of 2009 has moved and now joins with the University.
BUSINESS
A central Borders tourist location, Galashiels also has a range of shops and industries.
ORGANISATIONS
Galashiels is a vibrant community with plenty to do all year round.
HISTORY
Galashiels has a rich history beginning in 1124, which is commemorated annually in the Braw Lads' Gathering.
EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
A calendar of events and activities in and around Galashiels. If you know of anything going on, let us know.
Masthead Picture courtesy of Lynn Suckow
Events & Activities
Brawlads
Galashiels Braw Lads Gathering begins with the popular Scottish Country Dance. Childrens' discos, sports, local visits, and a fancy dress night follow, along with re-enactments of ancient ceremonies, an overseas reception and an Investiture Concert. Braw Lads' Day sees a ceremonial ride around the neighbouring countryside.
