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No. 8852 · United Kingdom · Western Europe

Peebles

55.65°N 3.19°W

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Overview

Peebles is a market town in the Scottish Borders with about 9000 residents. Its name derives from Brythonic 'pebyll', meaning tents or temporary dwelling.

Budget Travel · Day Trips · History · Nature · Trekking

Before you go

Accommodation

Budget B&Bs and mid-range hotels available. Peebles Hydro offers family facilities from £220 B&B.

Activities

Walking trails including John Buchan Way (13 miles), Southern Upland Way, and mountain biking at Glentress.

Connectivity

4G available in town centre but expect dead spots on surrounding roads. No 5G coverage.

Currency

UK Pound Sterling (GBP). ATMs available on High Street and Eastgate.

Food

Good pub food, Italian at Francos, Indian at Prince of India. Forsyths for pies and local produce.

Transport

Borders Bus X62 runs hourly from Edinburgh to Peebles (75 min). Taxis available at Eastgate rank.

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