See a different side of Scotland

Let the literary heart of Scotland stir your creativity – discover 5 fascinating places that should be on all bookworms' bucket list

Maxwell's Otter overlooking the coast near Monreith  © South of Scotland Destination Alliance Dear Traveller,   Do you have a big imagination? Love to read?    This year, visit a place where you can immerse yourself in a rich storytelling culture. Visit the literary heart of a nation: the South of Scotland.   The region has been famous for storytelling since the 14th century Border Ballads through to Robert Burns and Sir Walter Scott. You'll find book festivals galore and a fantastic Centre for Children's Literature at Moat Brae, the home of Peter Pan.    Excitingly, 2022 is Scotland's Year of Stories, so there's never been a better time to visit the places that have inspired some of Scotland's greatest writers and inspire your own creativity.    Read on to discover 5 fascinating literary spots in the south of Scotland. We can't wait to help you get started!   Stories start here - write your own with a visit Wigtown - Scotland's national book town © South of Scotland Destination Alliance   1. Abbotsford, Melrose – the extraordinary home of Scottish legend Sir Walter Scott    Fun fact: The famous novelist, poet and playwright not only gave us the historical novel, but he also popularised tartan.   2. Robert Burns' Ellisland Farm and Museum, Auldgirth – built by Robert Burns   Tour the farm and home just outside Dumfries that Scotland's national bard built for his family – and feel his presence as you  stand in the places where he wrote some of his most famous works.   3. Wigtown – Scotland's National Book Town   Charming Wigtown is home to a whole host of bookshops, including the country's largest second-hand bookshop. There's a fantastic book festival and even a bookshop that you can rent for your holiday. Overlooking the Borders hills from Tinnis Castle near Peebles © South of Scotland Destination Alliance   4. Eyemouth – a fascinating smuggling history awaits   Immerse yourself in history on the Smuggler's Trail and by admiring Gunsgreen House, built by a notorious smuggler. There are sea caves to explore and coastal scenery to admire on boat tours. Or take in the stunning views on the Berwickshire Coastal Path that runs the length of the coast from Cockburnspath to Berwick on Tweed in England.   5. The John Buchan Way -  Named after the famous author of The 39 Steps   This breathtaking walking route traverses the Tweeddale hills from Peebles to Broughton, an area famous for its outdoor pursuits. Peebles and the nearby Innerleithen are famous for their mountain bike trails – a must-visit for outdoors enthusiasts. Start planning your South of Scotland visit here Apa Group, London (WC2) Office, 7 Bell Yard, London, WC2A 2JR, United Kingdom Unsubscribe Manage preferences