New path road tested by special guests at Bowhill

10th May, 2019

Youngsters from Ettrick and Yarrow Playgroup enjoyed an exclusive visit to Bowhill House and Grounds to officially open a new buggy-friendly path ahead of the 2019 visitor season.

During the closed season, the surface along the top loch has been repaved for improved wheelchair access and to make the path suitable for visitors with prams.

After exploring the grounds around the loch and trying out the new path, the 10 toddlers enjoyed the rest of the morning at Nutty the Squirrel’s Soft Play as well as snacks from Bowhill’s Minstrel Tearoom.

Caitlin Hume from Ettrick and Yarrow Playgroup, said: “As a small rural playgroup we were thrilled to be asked to be part of the opening of this new path. It will be a great asset to the area and we can’t wait to make use of it!”

Sarah Richardson, Visitor Services and Marketing Manager at Bowhill House and Grounds, said: “It was great to welcome members of Ettrick and Yarrow Playgroup to be our special guests and officially open our new and improved path.

“The Rangers, Gardeners and wider Bowhill team are on hand to ensure visitors have the best possible experience with us and by updating this path we hope to make a walk along the top loch a smoother experience for our visitors in prams.”

Entry to Bowhill grounds and exhibition costs £5.50 for adults, £4.50 for concessions and children aged 3-16, free for under 3s and £18 for a family pass including up to two adults and two children.

The Pay Once Scheme means that visitors can return to Bowhill throughout the season for no additional charge.

Bowhill House also accommodates larger group visits and organised school trips. The skilled Rangers can educate groups and nature enthusiasts about the wildlife that surrounds the grounds – and an indoor visit to Bowhill House brings history to life as visitors can step back in time with a tour of the Victorian Kitchen, drawing room and dining room.

The grounds and exhibition are open daily from 30 March – 14 April and 1 July – 31 August and open Friday to Sunday 15 April – 30 June and 1 – 29 September. Bowhill House is open for tours 4 – 6 May, 1 – 31 August and 26 – 27 October.