



15+ Things to Do with Toddlers in the Borders
the Borders has a wide range of options designed for toddlers and babies under 5 — from sensory play and soft play to free museums with dedicated under-5s spaces.
City Parks(6)

Victoria Park
★4.6Enjoy outdoor recreation at this vibrant community park featuring a destination playpark, gardens, and green spaces perfect for families with all ages.

Volunteer Park
★4.7Play on professional-grade 2G and 3G sports pitches perfect for rugby, football, and hockey with floodlights and full facilities.

Ladhope Recreation Ground
★4.8Explore scenic walking routes through this recreational ground offering charming views over Galashiels and the surrounding hills, perfect for families seeking outdoor adventure.

Home Park
★4.6Explore 7.6 acres of scenic parkland with walking trails, sports facilities, and a children's playground in the heart of Coldstream.

Tweedbank Park
★4.4Explore open parkland beside the River Tweed with established trees, wildlife, and scenic footpaths perfect for families and dog walkers.
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Botanical Gardens(4)

Harmony Garden (National Trust for Scotland)
★4.5Explore a beautifully restored historic garden with free entry, perfect for families with pushchairs and dogs to enjoy Scotland's natural heritage.

Monteviot Gardens
★4.8Explore eleven themed gardens and a historic family home set above the River Teviot in the Scottish Borders, perfect for all ages.

Priorwood Garden (National Trust for Scotland)
★4.4Explore a historic Scottish garden managed by the National Trust for Scotland, perfect for peaceful family walks and enjoying nature.

Kailzie Gardens
★4.6Beautiful gardens near Peebles with nature trails and a popular courtyard cafe.
Wildlife Centers(3)

Pease Dean Scottish Wildlife Trust
★4.7Explore Scotland's natural heritage across multiple wildlife reserves and visitor centres championing conservation and outdoor discovery.

Bird Gardens Scotland CIC
★4.8Bird conservation breeding centre in the Scottish Borders, home to over 300 birds from around the world.

Philiphaugh Salmon Viewing Centre & Golden Eagle Eyrie
★4.2Explore a historic Scottish estate with woodland walks, salmon viewing, golden eagle watching, and family-friendly countryside activities in the scenic Borders.
Play Cafés(2)

Laughing Ducks Soft Play
★4.8Enjoy endless indoor fun with a castle-themed play frame, separate toddler area, battery-powered go-karts, sensory room, and on-site cafe for the whole family.

Cheeky Panda's Soft Play
★4.8Explore soft play frames, ball pits, go karts, and a sensory room with an on-site café in Galashiels.
Playgrounds(2)

Miller's Knowes Recreation Ground
★4.8Explore 18.2 acres of scenic parkland perfect for walking, running, and outdoor adventures with your family and furry friends.

The Cobby
★4.7Explore a scenic riverside walk along the River Tweed near Kelso with easy accessible trails and interactive nature experiences.
Farm(1)
Museum(1)
Soft Play Center(1)
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