• Peebles from the Golf Course © Liz Hanson

Welcome to The Tweeddale Society, one of Tweeddale’s oldest institutions

PROGRAMME

Our 2025-26 season consists of six monthly talks from October 2025 to March 2026 and, as usual, covers a wide range of topics. Full details of each talk may be found by selecting the images on the right.

The talks are held in the Eastgate Theatre, Peebles and are open to all.

Tickets for individual talks cost £12 from the theatre box office (01721 725777), but the best way to enjoy the talks is to become a Member of the Society. This costs just £30 and gives you entry to all six talks in the season. Full details can be found on the Membership page.

We look forward to welcoming you to our talks.

You can also search through our archives to see the wide range of topics covered over the years.

Our Full Programme

Getting The Most Out Of Scotland's People

Veronica Schreuder introduces the rich online resources available from the National Records of Scotland....
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The Tales of a Country Vet

Join Trevor Black to hear his insights into the busy and varied life of a country vet....
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The Last Earl

Catherine Maxwell Stuart talks about the colourful life of the 8th, and last, Earl of Traquair....
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The Lost Royal Lodgings in Edinburgh Castle

Peter Yeoman examines the archaeological evidence of the birthplace of James VI - and of Great Britain....
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The Reivers

Borders author A.K.Nairn unravels fact from fiction in the tale of the Border Reivers....
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Manor Kirk

Linda Haldane takes us through 150 years of history of this much-loved local church....
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Taking out annual membership of £30 will give you entry to the full programme

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In the 21st century the society continues to flourish with a loyal membership of almost 200, while remaining true to its original ethos and format.

The Tweeddale Society encourages interest in history, archaeology, natural history and literature, particularly in relation to the Tweeddale area and to Scotland in general. Founded in 1913, the Society is flourishing in the 21st century with almost 200 members.

A programme of six talks in the Eastgate Theatre auditorium is arranged monthly from October to March and there is usually a summer outing.

We warmly welcome new members. Membership is open to everyone.

Non-members can buy a ticket for any talk via the Eastgate Box Office 01721 725 777. Its cost may be credited towards the annual membership subscription, if you then decide to join.

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