• Peebles from the Golf Course © Liz Hanson

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

PROGRAMME

Our 2024 – 2025 season consists of six monthly talks from October 2024 to March 2025 and, as usual, covers a wide range of topics.

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.

Our Full Programme

Osprey Colonisation of the Scottish Borders

Tony Lightley tells how ospreys were attracted to the Scottish Borders and the impact they have had....
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Two Wars, a Revolution and a Potato

Keith Dawson addresses global food security, with reference to his work in Sudan, Cuba and Ukraine....
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The Ancient Volcanoes of Southern Scotland

Steve Blake takes us on a tour through the volcanic past of southern Scotland....
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The Twelve Towers of Rule

Prof. Bower gives insights into life and strife in the Valley of Rulewater in the late mediaeval period....
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The Scottish Women's Land Army

Jessica Evershed profiles some of the remarkable workers of the Scottish Women's Land Army....
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Ocean Rowing

World record holding ocean rower Taylor Winyard talks about her toughest challenge yet....
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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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