Located near the border with England, in an area known as the Scottish Borders, Galashiels is popular with visitors for a variety of reasons. Tourists staying at Galashiels hotels have great access to a range of historic attractions. This includes several sites of ancient importance, many dating from the Iron Age. There is an old earthwork, known as the Work Ditch, as well as an old fort. Buckholm Tower, another local sight, dates from the 16th century. Textiles are an important part of local history, and the mills here used to provide employment to many locals. This heritage can often be seen in Galashiels hotels. The School of Textiles and Design of Heriot Watt University is based here, as is Galashiels Academy. Another theme likely to be found at most hotels in Galashiels is rugby, a sport for which local residents tend to have a considerable passion. Though it is a small town, Galashiels enjoys access to many large modern retail developments.

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