The Caledonian Retreat -Coldstream

11/10/2026

⛸️❄️ ICE SKATING IS BACK AT BORDER ICE RINK! ❄️⛸️

🎉 Our winter season is here, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone back onto the ice!

📅 Weekly public skating starts Sunday 11th October
⏰ 2.45pm – 5.15pm

Bring your family and friends along for an afternoon of fun, laughter and making memories on the ice! 💙❤️

⛸️ A few handy things to know:
✅ Book online – especially if you require skate hire.
👟 We have a great range of skate sizes, from toddler double-bladed skates right up to adult size 13!
🧊 Skate aids are available, but can’t be reserved. Our ice guards will rotate them between those who need them.
☕ The Rink Bistro will be open for tasty treats and refreshments.

Whether you’re a confident skater or just finding your feet, there’s fun to be had for everyone! ⛄❄️

📲 Check out our website for details and bookings:
🌐 www.bordericerink.co.uk

Tag your skating buddies and spread the word! ❤️💙

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11/10/2026

🎃🍂 DAY TWO, LET’S GOOOO! 🍂🎃

We are READY to welcome you all! 🧡🙌 And the weather is looking good for today☀️😍 Perfect pumpkin-picking weather!

🕙 OPEN TODAY: 10AM–3PM 🕒
Get ready for a day full of autumn fun! 🎃🍁
We’ve got so much waiting for you:

🎃 LOTS of pumpkins to pick
🕯️ Gorgeous candles
🤎 Exclusive candles
🌸 Gorgeous diffusers
✨ Beautiful wax melts
🥣 Soup kits
🔪 Pumpkin carving kits
🌾 Bales to jump on
🎃 LOTS of pumpkins to pick!
✨ FREE ENTRY — simply pay for what you pick! ✨
Bring the family, bring your friends and come and make some lovely autumn memories with us! 🍂🧡 There’s plenty of fun to be had down on the patch!

We can’t wait to see you all! 🥰🎃
WHO’S COMING TO SEE US TODAY?! 👇🧡

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29/09/2026

BIG FAMILY DAY OUT. YOUNGER RACEGOERS GO FREE. THIS IS KELSO’S FAMILY FUN DAY!

Come and see the horses, meet Peter Rabbit and enjoy a packed afternoon of family entertainment, all included in your raceday ticket.
Join us next Sunday 4th October,where under 18s go FREE with a paying adult. Now that’s a Sunday worth getting everyone together for!

Get close to the racing action, meet the jockeys and see who’s got the riding skills to take on Betty the equicizer with the Scottish Racing Academy. You can head to our Family Fun Zone for inflatable games in the Final Furlong Marquee, face painting, magic and much more.

And the first 200 children through the gates get a voucher for a FREE ice cream too!

One ticket, a whole afternoon of fun and entertainment!. Bring the grandparents, rally your friends and make Kelso your family’s next big day out. Never been racing? Our single enclosure makes it easy to find your way around and get straight into the fun.

Gates open at 11:30am on Sunday 4th October. Book your advance tickets now, save on the gate price and give everyone something to look forward to: www.kelso-races.co.uk.

29/09/2026

🍂🎃 Oxford Farm Pumpkin Patch 2026 Opening Days & Times! 🎃🍂

Can you believe we're already into August? 😍 The 'ber months are creeping closer... 🍁🍂 and you know what that means... 👀🎃

✨ Pumpkin picking season is almost here! ✨

We're so excited to welcome you back to Oxford Farm Pumpkin Patch for another amazing autumn filled with pumpkins, cosy vibes, family fun and plenty of photo opportunities! 📸🧡

🗓️ Opening Days & Times 2026
📍 Sat 10th, Sun 11th
📍 Sat 17th, Sun 18th
📍 Sat 24th - Wed 28th
10am - 3pm

Gather your friends and family, wrap up warm, and come make some autumn fun with us. 🍁🎃
Who's already counting down to pumpkin season? 🙋‍♀️
Drop a 🎃 in the comments if we'll be seeing you this year!

29/09/2026

⛸️❄️ ICE SKATING IS BACK AT BORDER ICE RINK! ❄️⛸️

Our weekly public ice skating sessions start on Sunday 11th October! 🎉

🗓️ Every Sunday
⏰ 2.45pm – 5.15pm

Whether you’re a little beginner or a confident skater, there’s lots of fun to be had on the ice! 💙❤️

⛸️ Skate hire available
We have a fantastic range of sizes, from toddler double-bladed skates right up to adult size 13.

🛷 Skate aids available
Please note that skate aids cannot be reserved. Our ice guards will rotate them between those who need them on the ice.

🎟️ Booking online is recommended, especially if you require skate hire.

☕️ Our fabulous Rink Bistro will be open for tasty treats and refreshments!

🎄✨ Festive skating sessions and some themed Disco sessions are coming soon! Keep checking our social media for all the details.

Come along, get your skates on and make some winter memories! ⛸️❄️❤️

🌐 www.bordericerink.co.uk

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07/08/2026

07/08/2026

Find out what's on this August at Alnwick Castle 🏰

Make the most of your annual pass this summer with our range of events and activities✨

🎭 3 - 7 Aug | Silly History Boys, History gets silly with a day full of special performances
🎵 8 - 9 Aug | Northumbrian Pipes, Enjoy the sounds of traditional Northumbrian Pipes
🎵 8 - 11 Aug | Trouvère, Soundtrack your day with music and enthralling live performances
🎭 10 - 11 Aug | Jester Shows, Our resident jester is back for another season of silliness
🪽 11 - 16 Aug | Victorian Falconry, Thrilling recreations of the historic art of falconry
🎸 12 Aug | Music Night: Shiremen, Enjoy free entry to an after hours performance in support of Hospice Care Northumberland
🎯 16 - 19 Aug | Longbow demonstrations, Join for an unforgettable experience as a Master Archer showcases the art of longbow archery
🍽️ 17 - 20 Aug | Time Will Tell, Journey through the history of the Great Kitchen with Time Will Tell
🎭 21 - 23 Aug | Jester Shows, Our resident jester is back for another season of silliness
🐸 22 - 24 Aug | ZooLab, Meet Tree frogs, Snakes, Spiders and more while exploring Alnwick Castle
🪽 24 - 28 Aug | Elizabethan Falconry, Thrilling recreations of the historic art of falconry
🎸 26 Aug | Music Night: The Tides, Enjoy free entry to an after hours performance as The Tides perform a range of melodic folk music
🏰 29 - 31 Aug | Rosa Mundi, Step into a medieval encampment and immerse yourself in the daily life of knights, ladies, and peasants

07/08/2026

24/06/2026

Bamburgh Castle to Seahouses Beach Walk ⛱️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Stretching along one of the most spectacular sections of coastline in Britain, this Northumberland coastal walk links the mighty Bamburgh Castle with the bustling fishing village of Seahouses, following miles of golden sand, rolling dunes and breath taking sea views along the way

For the details, route details and more check our comment below 👇

24/06/2026

🎉 Check out this extra Play & Bounce session this week! 🎉

We’ve added an additional session on Friday at 11:30am, perfect for younger children to come along, play, and burn off some energy in a safe and fun environment!

🤸 Play & Bounce Sessions
⏰ 1 hour 15 minutes
💷 £5.50 per child

To book:
📱 Open the app
➡️ Make a Booking
➡️ Kids Activities
➡️ Play & Bounce

Spaces are limited, so book now to avoid disappointment!