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£4.2M BGH palliative care unit is set to be in business
Sat, 28 Jan 2012 07:28:27 +0000
THE board of NHS Borders is today expected to approve the full business case for the construction of the Margaret Kerr Unit – a new £4.2million in-patient specialist palliative care facility at Borders General Hospital.
Spitfire story sparks more crash tales
Sat, 28 Jan 2012 07:13:06 +0000
OUR wartime Spitfire mystery story took another few swoops and turns this week, with several reports of aircraft coming down in the local area.
Praise and plenty of passmarks for Kelso High
Sat, 28 Jan 2012 01:28:58 +0000
HIGH levels of attainment and achievement by pupils at Kelso High have been highlighted in a report from government school inspectors, writes Mark Entwistle.
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Welcome to Galashiels
Thank you for visiting the official Galashiels Town Site where you will find everything you need to know about Galashiels, one of the Scottish Borders' premier towns.
For information about local events, a directory of Galashiels' business, tourist information for the Scottish Borders and much more, please enjoy browsing our pages.
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Galashiels is a major commercial centre and central communication point for the Scottish Borders. The town is known for textile manufacturing, and is the location of Heriot-Watt University's School of Textiles and Design, Galashiels Academy and one campus of the Borders College, which as of 2009 has moved and now joins with the University.
BUSINESS
A central Borders tourist location, Galashiels also has a range of shops and industries.
ORGANISATIONS
Galashiels is a vibrant community with plenty to do all year round.
HISTORY
Galashiels has a rich history beginning in 1124, which is commemorated annually in the Braw Lads' Gathering.
EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
A calendar of events and activities in and around Galashiels. If you know of anything going on, let us know.
Masthead Picture courtesy of Lynn Suckow
Events & Activities
Brawlads
Galashiels Braw Lads Gathering begins with the popular Scottish Country Dance. Childrens' discos, sports, local visits, and a fancy dress night follow, along with re-enactments of ancient ceremonies, an overseas reception and an Investiture Concert. Braw Lads' Day sees a ceremonial ride around the neighbouring countryside.
