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Melrose, in the heart of the Scottish Borders, is the spiritual home of rugby sevens — a pilgrimage for any touring team that values the game’s heritage. It was here in 1883 that the shortened format was created, and at Greenyards the world-famous Melrose Sevens still draws teams and supporters each April.
For visiting squads, stepping onto the same pitch where sevens began is a spine-tingling experience. Matches in the Borders are fiercely competitive, built on grit, skill, and a deep pride in local rugby culture. Clubhouses feel more like family gatherings, where hearty meals, pints, and storytelling stretch long into the evening.
The town itself is picture-perfect, with the ruins of Melrose Abbey, cosy pubs, and cafés framed by rolling green hills. Squads can also explore walks along the River Tweed or the historic Border Abbeys Trail for a taste of the area’s rich history.
As a hub, Melrose combines seamlessly with nearby Galashiels, Jedburgh, or Hawick. Add a day trip to Edinburgh, and you’ve got a tour that blends history, competition, and authenticity. In Melrose, rugby isn’t just played — it’s lived.
Arrival & Check-In at the Hotel in the heart of Melrose
Time at leisure exploring the Border Town
Morning at leisure to explore
Walk to The Greenyards, Home of Melrose RFC
Training Session at The Birthplace of Rugby Sevens
Dinner at Melrose RFC
Scottish Breakfast at the Hotel
Continue to a famous Border Club like Jed-Forest, Hawick or Selkirk
Arrival & Warm-Up
TOUR MATCH ONE
Post Match Lunch & Hospitality
Watch your hosts 1st XV Match in the Scottish Leagues
Return to Melrose
Dinner at the G&A Hotel
Scottish Breakfast at the Hotel
Transfer to a Rugby Club in the Borders
Arrival & Warm-Up
TOUR MATCH TWO
Post Match Lunch & Hospitality
Continue to Peebles
Enjoy a programme of outdoor activities including archery, axe throwing, and EZ raiders
Dinner at the magnificent Peebles Hydro
Transfer back to Melrose
Scottish Breakfast at the Hotel
Morning at leisure
Check-Out & Transfer Home
End of tour
1. Play at the Greenyards, the ancient Home of Rugby Sevens
2. Coaching clinics with Melrose RFC Coaches
3. Fixtures at famous Border Clubs like Hawick RFC & Kelso RFC
4. Outward Bound Activities in the Eildon Hills
5. Stay in Scotlands most Beautiful Town
Travelling to Melrose by Coach is simple.
Travel times by Coach are as follows:
Melrose makes an ideal mid-stop on a wider Tour of Scotland.
Newcastle International Airport, Glasgow Airport, and Edinburgh are all a short 1-2 hour drive from Melrose which have many good links across Europe.
Located on Melrose High Street and just a short walk from Melrose RFC, the George & Abbotsford Hotel is steeped in rugby heritage. Offering a mix of twin and triple en-suite rooms, it’s perfectly suited for squad accommodation. The hotel features a rugby-themed bar, hearty breakfasts, and function rooms ideal for meetings or team bonding. Coaches will value the proximity to pitches and the flexibility of nearby overflow options for larger groups. With friendly staff and a proven connection to rugby, George & Abbotsford Hotel remains a reliable, characterful choice for touring teams in the Scottish Borders.
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