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Bridgelands

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Bridgelands

The Fletcher Statue in Selkirk A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, have covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which has attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts. Fletcher hasn’t escaped their attention.
The Fletcher Statue in Selkirk Credit: Walter Baxter

Bridgelands is a small village located in Roxburghshire, a historic county in the southern part of Scotland. Situated near the banks of the River Teviot, this picturesque village is known for its charming rural setting and tranquil atmosphere.

The village is home to a close-knit community and offers a range of amenities to its residents. The heart of Bridgelands is marked by a central square, where the village hall stands as a focal point for social gatherings and events. The hall serves as a venue for various activities, including community meetings, local clubs, and cultural events that bring together the residents.

Surrounded by lush green landscapes, Bridgelands is a haven for nature enthusiasts. The village is dotted with walking trails that allow visitors to explore the beautiful countryside and enjoy the peaceful ambiance. The nearby river also provides opportunities for fishing and boating, attracting outdoor enthusiasts to the area.

Despite its small size, Bridgelands is conveniently located near larger towns and cities. The village benefits from good transportation links, making it easily accessible to neighboring areas. This allows residents to enjoy the tranquility of village life while also having access to the amenities and services of nearby urban centers.

In summary, Bridgelands is a charming village in Roxburghshire that offers a peaceful rural lifestyle. With its close-knit community, beautiful surroundings, and convenient location, it provides a desirable place to live for those seeking a combination of tranquility and accessibility.

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The Fletcher Statue in Selkirk A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, have covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which has attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts. Fletcher hasn’t escaped their attention.
The Fletcher Statue in Selkirk
A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, have covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which has attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts. Fletcher hasn’t escaped their attention.
A colourful tree in Selkirk High Street A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, have covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which has attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts.
A colourful tree in Selkirk High Street
A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, have covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which has attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts.
Selkirk Post Office A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, have covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which has attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts. The balustrade of the access ramp has been decorated with their handiwork.
Selkirk Post Office
A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, have covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which has attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts. The balustrade of the access ramp has been decorated with their handiwork.
Street art in Selkirk A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, have covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which has attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts. The balustrade of the access ramp to the post office has been decorated with their handiwork. For a wider view, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4664164">NT4728 : Selkirk Post Office</a>.
Street art in Selkirk
A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, have covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which has attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts. The balustrade of the access ramp to the post office has been decorated with their handiwork. For a wider view, see NT4728 : Selkirk Post Office.
Yarn bombers have hit the Mungo Park Monument in Selkirk A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, have covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which has attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts. The flags around the base represent all the African nations.
Yarn bombers have hit the Mungo Park Monument in Selkirk
A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, have covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which has attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts. The flags around the base represent all the African nations.
Yarn bombers have hit the Mungo Park Monument in Selkirk A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, have covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which has attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts.
Yarn bombers have hit the Mungo Park Monument in Selkirk
A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, have covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which has attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts.
Street art in Selkirk A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, have covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which has attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts. This creation representing the new Borders Railway is in Station Road.
Street art in Selkirk
A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, have covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which has attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts. This creation representing the new Borders Railway is in Station Road.
Street art in Selkirk A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, have covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which has attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts. This tree is at a church in the High Street. There is also a knitted cross by the entrance door.
Street art in Selkirk
A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, have covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which has attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts. This tree is at a church in the High Street. There is also a knitted cross by the entrance door.
Street art in Selkirk A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, have covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which has attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts. This piece is attached to railings in the High Street.
Street art in Selkirk
A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, have covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which has attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts. This piece is attached to railings in the High Street.
Street art in Selkirk A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, have covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which has attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts. In this example the pillars at the entrance to the County Hotel in the High Street have been covered with their handiwork.
Street art in Selkirk
A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, have covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which has attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts. In this example the pillars at the entrance to the County Hotel in the High Street have been covered with their handiwork.
The Scott Monument in Selkirk A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, have covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which has attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts. The base of the Scott Monument in Market Place has been adorned with one of their creations.
The Scott Monument in Selkirk
A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, have covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which has attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts. The base of the Scott Monument in Market Place has been adorned with one of their creations.
South Bridge Street, Selkirk Looking up from an industrial area towards the town centre.
South Bridge Street, Selkirk
Looking up from an industrial area towards the town centre.
Selkirk Water Works building A fine old sandstone and whinstone building on Station Road.
Selkirk Water Works building
A fine old sandstone and whinstone building on Station Road.
Flood defence wall near Linglie footbridge, Selkirk The footbridge is now open as shown via the ramp. Flood defence walls are being built along the Ettrick Water to protect properties in Bannerfield and the Riverside Industrial Estate.
Flood defence wall near Linglie footbridge, Selkirk
The footbridge is now open as shown via the ramp. Flood defence walls are being built along the Ettrick Water to protect properties in Bannerfield and the Riverside Industrial Estate.
Flood defences on the Ettrick Water, Selkirk Flood defence walls under construction, seen from the Linglie footbridge.
Flood defences on the Ettrick Water, Selkirk
Flood defence walls under construction, seen from the Linglie footbridge.
Footpath to Selkirk A pleasant path through the light industrial area and former textile mills to the SE of the Ettrick Water. This is probably following the former line of the railway branch from Galashiels.
Footpath to Selkirk
A pleasant path through the light industrial area and former textile mills to the SE of the Ettrick Water. This is probably following the former line of the railway branch from Galashiels.
Riverside track, Selkirk The fenced-off area is the construction site for the flood protection scheme, due for completion in 2017.
Riverside track, Selkirk
The fenced-off area is the construction site for the flood protection scheme, due for completion in 2017.
A yarn-bombed pillar box in Selkirk High Street A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts.
A yarn-bombed pillar box in Selkirk High Street
A group of over 40 knitters called the Selkirk Yarn Bombers, including one aged 104, covered landmarks in Selkirk and Ettrickbridge with colourful knitted street art which attracted visitors to admire their handiwork. It was done to promote the Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk Festival of Contemporary Arts.
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Bridgelands is located at Grid Ref: NT4830 (Lat: 55.560894, Lng: -2.8259845)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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