Melrose sits on the banks of the River Tweed at the foot of the Eildon Hills and is widely regarded as one of the most attractive small towns in Scotland. The town is best known for Melrose Abbey and its historic links to Robert the Bruce, alongside a rich mix of independent shops, cafés, restaurants and galleries clustered around the traditional centre. Melrose offers well-regarded schooling, good everyday amenities and easy access to scenic walks, including routes over the Eildons and along the Tweed. The area is also recognised as the birthplace of Rugby Sevens and, with Tweedbank station close by, continues to be a sought-after location for those looking to live in the Borders with convenient links to Edinburgh.