Calzeat

Settlement in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Calzeat

Whitslade Hill The boggy landscape that is the apex of Whitslade Hill. This is a farming field often containing grazing livestock, but sometimes without. Just outside (and approached from) the Upper Tweeddale National Scenic Area.
Whitslade Hill Credit: IJ Sharman

Calzeat is a small village located in the region of Peeblesshire, in the southern part of Scotland. Situated on the banks of the River Tweed, it is nestled amidst the picturesque Scottish Borders countryside. The village is renowned for its natural beauty, with rolling hills, lush green fields, and stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

With a population of around 300 inhabitants, Calzeat has a close-knit community that values its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional stone cottages and modern houses. Its idyllic setting makes it a popular destination for those seeking a quiet retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Despite its small size, Calzeat boasts several amenities for its residents and visitors. There is a local primary school, a village hall, and a post office, providing essential services to the community. The River Tweed is a favorite spot for fishing enthusiasts, with salmon and trout being abundant in its waters. Additionally, the area offers various walking and cycling routes, allowing outdoor enthusiasts to explore the stunning countryside.

Calzeat is also known for its textile industry, with the Calzeat & Co. textile mill being a prominent feature of the village. The mill produces high-quality woven fabrics, specializing in tartans, tweeds, and other traditional Scottish textiles. This heritage adds to the charm of the village and attracts visitors who are interested in the history and craftsmanship of Scottish textiles.

Overall, Calzeat is a peaceful and scenic village, offering a charming rural experience and a close connection to nature in the heart of Peeblesshire.

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Calzeat Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.606115/-3.407524 or Grid Reference NT1135. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Whitslade Hill The boggy landscape that is the apex of Whitslade Hill. This is a farming field often containing grazing livestock, but sometimes without. Just outside (and approached from) the Upper Tweeddale National Scenic Area.
Whitslade Hill
The boggy landscape that is the apex of Whitslade Hill. This is a farming field often containing grazing livestock, but sometimes without. Just outside (and approached from) the Upper Tweeddale National Scenic Area.
War memorial, Broughton
War memorial, Broughton
Trig point on Rachan Hill The remains of a prehistoric hill fort can be traced on the summit of this small hill, but it seems they have been damaged by afforestation in the twentieth century.

More details can be found at <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/49911/rachan-hill" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/49911/rachan-hill">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Trig point on Rachan Hill
The remains of a prehistoric hill fort can be traced on the summit of this small hill, but it seems they have been damaged by afforestation in the twentieth century. More details can be found at LinkExternal link
Cairn at Dreva Craig Dreva Craig has the extensive remnants of a prehistoric fort, settlement and protective structures.  For more information see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/49881/dreva-craig" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/49881/dreva-craig">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Cairn at Dreva Craig
Dreva Craig has the extensive remnants of a prehistoric fort, settlement and protective structures. For more information see LinkExternal link
Dreva Craig Dreva Craig is the site of a prehistoric fort, settlement and defences. For more information, see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/49881/dreva-craig" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/49881/dreva-craig">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Dreva Craig
Dreva Craig is the site of a prehistoric fort, settlement and defences. For more information, see LinkExternal link
Hazy view from Cat Cleuch Head A view towards Broughton on a bright but hazy mid-May afternoon.
Hazy view from Cat Cleuch Head
A view towards Broughton on a bright but hazy mid-May afternoon.
Looking into Cat Cleuch The upper part of the Ratchill Burn, which flows through this wide bowl between Ratchill Hill, on the left, and Cat Cleuch Head, on the right.

Photographed on bright but hazy afternoon in mid May.
Looking into Cat Cleuch
The upper part of the Ratchill Burn, which flows through this wide bowl between Ratchill Hill, on the left, and Cat Cleuch Head, on the right. Photographed on bright but hazy afternoon in mid May.
Small woodland of Scots pines, Dreva Muirburn Ratchill Hill and the Mere Cleuch are visible beyond the trees.
Small woodland of Scots pines, Dreva Muirburn
Ratchill Hill and the Mere Cleuch are visible beyond the trees.
Riders on the road at Broughton A group of about nine horses and riders on the A701 in Broughton.
Riders on the road at Broughton
A group of about nine horses and riders on the A701 in Broughton.
Fields below Helm End, Broughton Seen from the route of the former railway between Broughton and Peebles.
Fields below Helm End, Broughton
Seen from the route of the former railway between Broughton and Peebles.
Ratchill Hill with cloud beyond Ratchill Hill (about 420m) is clear but cloud base is below the higher ground of Cat Cleuch Head and Trahenna Hill.
Ratchill Hill with cloud beyond
Ratchill Hill (about 420m) is clear but cloud base is below the higher ground of Cat Cleuch Head and Trahenna Hill.
Holms Water near Rachan Looking downstream from the bridge on the track from Rachan Home Farm.
Holms Water near Rachan
Looking downstream from the bridge on the track from Rachan Home Farm.
A701 approaching Broughton The A701 from Moffat to Edinburgh follows the upper Tweed valley before heading to Penicuik and the capital. The signs are countdowns to the 30mph limit ahead.
A701 approaching Broughton
The A701 from Moffat to Edinburgh follows the upper Tweed valley before heading to Penicuik and the capital. The signs are countdowns to the 30mph limit ahead.
A701 entering Broughton The village boundary with a 30mph speed limit. Further on the limit drops to 20mph near the village centre, in common with most towns and villages in the Borders. The previous 20mph limit here shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6696164">NT1135 : 20mph speed limit, Broughton</a> has been raised back up to 30mph after a reappraisal of the system.
A701 entering Broughton
The village boundary with a 30mph speed limit. Further on the limit drops to 20mph near the village centre, in common with most towns and villages in the Borders. The previous 20mph limit here shown in NT1135 : 20mph speed limit, Broughton has been raised back up to 30mph after a reappraisal of the system.
Broughton Brewery Compare with Mike Richardson's photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/546159">NT1136 : Broughton</a> taken in 2007. The brewery is the finishing point of the 30km Two Breweries Hill Race starting at Traquair - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://twobreweries.org.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://twobreweries.org.uk/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.
Broughton Brewery
Compare with Mike Richardson's photograph NT1136 : Broughton taken in 2007. The brewery is the finishing point of the 30km Two Breweries Hill Race starting at Traquair - see LinkExternal link.
Hillside Cottages below Rachan Hill Viewed from the side of the Glenholm road.
Hillside Cottages below Rachan Hill
Viewed from the side of the Glenholm road.
Silage bales, Burnetland farm Bales in a field on the north side of the Biggar Water.
Silage bales, Burnetland farm
Bales in a field on the north side of the Biggar Water.
Sewage treatment works, Broughton Alongside the former railway line near the site of the old Broughton station.
Sewage treatment works, Broughton
Alongside the former railway line near the site of the old Broughton station.
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Calzeat is located at Grid Ref: NT1135 (Lat: 55.606115, Lng: -3.407524)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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The Biggar Gap
Note: the River Clyde once flowed through here
Place: locality
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Bus Stop
Calzeat Farm
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Bus Stop
Calzeat Farm
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Bus Stop
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Naptan Street: A701
Operator: Scottish Borders Council
Public Transport: platform
Ref: 69001115
Source: NaPTAN
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Calzeat
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Broughton & District Tennis Club
Addr Postcode: ML12 6HQ
Addr Street: School Lane
Club: sport
Contact Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Broughton-Tennis-Club-Scottish-Borders/100028342703169/
Email: tennisclubbroughton@gmail.com
Sport: tennis
Website: https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/BroughtonDistrictTennisClub
Lat/Long: 55.6100655/-3.4087644
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