Eyemouth
Five miles north of the border on the Berwickshire coast is the busy fishing port of Eyemouth. Easily accessible by road, rail, sea, or air via Newcastle, Eyemouth is well suited for weekend seaside breaks and longer holidays that can be exciting or laid back as you wish.
telephone dialling code: +44 (0)18907
Population:3,500
Fishing has been the life and soul of Eyemouth since the 13th century and the Eyemouth Museum, in the Auld Kirk on Market Place, has displays on the town's fishing heritage. The centrepiece is the Eyemouth Tapestry, made by local people in 1981 to mark the centenary of the Great Disaster of 1881, when 189 local fishermen were drowned during a violent storm.
The waters around Eyemouth are excellent for scuba diving. They form part of the (St Abbs and Eyemouth Voluntary Marine Reserve) one of the best dive sites in Scotland, with a wide variety of marine life and the spectacular Cathedral Rock.
In the same building as the museum is the Tourist Information Centre, Tel +44 (0)18907 50678. Open Apr-Jun and Sep Mon-Sat 1000-1700 and Sun 1230-1430; Jul and Aug Mon-Sat 0930-1730, Sun 1200-1700; Oct Mon-Sat 1000-1600. Hours subject to change.
Eating Out
Eating options are fairly limited. There's a string of pubs and hotels along the harbour serving fresh fish and standard bar meals, the best being The Ship, Tel +44 (0)18907 50224. Otherwise try the Old Bakehouse, opposite the tourist office, which serves cheap snacks and meals all day.
Region
Scottish BordersTravel Directions to Eyemouth
There are several buses daily to and from Edinburgh (1 hr 40 mins), and there are a couple of daily buses (Mon-Fri) to and from Kelso, via Duns. There's also a daily service to and from Berwick-upon-Tweed. If you're driving, the best route north is the scenic A1107 which joins the fast A1 near Cockburnspath.
Local Sights & Activities for Eyemouth
The Most interesting local sight is the lovely GunsGreen House and the small charming harbour. The whole coastline is spectacular and well worth visiting.
There are a number of excellent coastal walks around Eyemouth, particularly the seven-mile Burnmouth to St Abbs walk described below. There are also shorter walks, which are described in the Walks in and around Eyemouth leaflet, available at the tourist office.
Castles Nearby
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Manderston House
Manderston is the supreme country house of Edwardian Scotland; the swan-song of its era.
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Gunsgreen House
Gunsgreen House was built in the 1750s by John Adam, one of the most famous and most expensive architects of the day. Located overlooking Eyemouth Harbour it is surely the most dramatic and romantic of Georgian houses. -
Ayton Castle
Privately owned Victorian Gothic castle near Eyemouth in the Scottish borders with "scandalous" recent history
Nearby Ancient Monuments
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Coldingham Priory
Founded in 1098 and now ruined but worth a visit as well as nearby St Ebba
Local Visitor Attractions
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Pocketful
Pocketful is a children’s activity centre and shop based in the centre of Eyemouth next to the harbour that offers a wide range of fun, educational and creative activities, based around arts & crafts, story-telling and dressing-up, music, film and lots more to feed their imaginations.
Bars & Clubs
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Oblo Bar & Bistro
Oblò is an award winning Style Bar and Bistro situated on the harbour front of Eyemouth. Situated on the first floor, with a street-facing floor to ceiling ‘porthole’.
Eyemouth Hotels & Accommodation
Eyemouth has a wide range of accommodation including self catering harbourside apartments, caravans and campsites, hotels and inns. Check out the best Eyemouth hotel deals with LateRooms here.
Otherwise there are several B&Bs in and around town, including Hillcrest, Coldingham Rd, Tel +44 (0)1890750463, and Gunsgreen Lodge, Gunsgreen Park, Tel. +44 (0)18907 752085, bookings Tel 07713-101486. There's also a campsite at the Eyemouth Holiday Park, Tel +44 (0)18907 751050, overlooking the beach at the north end of town.
Eyemouth Cottages and Holiday SelfCatering
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Driftwood Self Catering Cottage Eyemouth sleeps 4
This traditional, terraced cottage is in the village of Eyemouth on the Scottish Borders and can sleep four people in three bedrooms. Lots of positive feedback
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Rocklyn Self Catering Cottage, St Abbs Sleeps 5
This semi detached self catering cottage, stone built cottage is located in the village of St. Abbs in the Scottish Borders and can sleep five people in three bedrooms.
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Traquair Self Catering in Eyemouth Scottish Borders Sleeps 6
This detached holiday bungalow is located in the fishing village of Eyemouth on the Berwickshire coast and can sleep six people in three bedrooms. Great base to explore Northumberland as well -
Near Bank Cottage St Abbs, Colingham Scottish Borders Sleeps 4
This end terrace, traditional stone built cottage is in the village of St Abbs on the Scottish borders, and sleeps four people in two bedrooms. Perfect for divers.
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Meadow Lodge, Colingham, Eyemouth Borders Sleeps 4
Perfect spot for divers, this property is decorated and furnished to a high standard, this lovely property offers not only comfortable accommodation, but also wonderful meadow views.
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Old Coach House near Coldingham - Sleep 6
Stylish semi-detached farm conversion of coach house on estate near Coldingham. Sleeps six people in three bedrooms.
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Drifters Holiday Apartment Eyemouth
Ground floor apartment, centrally located in the fishing port of Eyemouth on east coast of Scottish Borders. Sleeps two people in one bedroom. -
Fisherman's View, nr Berwick-on-Tweed - Sleeps 4
Set in the tiny string of houses which is Burnmouth, just 7 miles north of historic Berwick-on-Tweed, there are ever changing sea views from the cosy living room of this very comfortable terraced holiday cottage. -
Whitfield Bothy Cottage , Coldingham, Borders - Sleeps 2/4
Charming, south-facing delightful detached cottage only 5 minutes from the lovely sandy shore of Coldingham Bay with its multi-coloured beach huts. The bay is a popular venue for Scotland’s burgeonin... -
Eyemouth Holiday Home, Berwickshire - Sleeps 5
This smart, modern, semi-detached house is only a short walk from the historic town centre of the fishing port ofthe fishing port of Eyemouth. The house is deceptively spacious, in excellent order .... -
Catch A Penny Farmhouse, nr Eyemouth - Sleeps 4-5
This former farmhouse is conveniently close to the A1 for ease of access, yet quietly situated with lovely views to the sea less than 1 mile away. This spacious detached house has been modernised and is fu... -
Garden Cottage, Fairlaw - Sleeps 6
This comfortable, light and spacious house is set on a working farm with far-reaching views of the countryside. Stunning beaches are within a few miles; Edinburgh is easily reached, as are Holy Island, Bam... -
Puffin House, Eyemouth, sleeps 8
Situated in the fishing village of Eyemouth, only 100 yards from a sandy beach, Puffin House is a comfortable and roomy holiday cottage. Set in the heart of the village with restaurants, pubs and shops all... -
Whitfield Steading, nr Coldingham, Borders - Sleeps 4
Set within the grounds of the owners’ home, this renovated, single storey holiday cottage is just 10 minutes from the St. Abbs Head Nature Reserve, and is close to the picturesque harbour of Eyemouth... -
Cowdrait,Eyemouth, sleeps4
In a tranquil setting directly overlooking the sea at Burnmouth Harbour, this terraced cottage set over three floors has been stylishly converted to provide a superb holiday base. Only 5 miles from historic Ber...