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To book your free space for Easter Crafts @ Halliwell’s House Museum
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Visit Halliwell’s House Museum for a truly unique and atmospheric experience. Situated in the narrow, cobbled Halliwell’s Close, named after wig-maker Walter Halliwell, you’ll find this unusual 18th century house. Inside you can discover more about the building – part of the oldest surviving row of dwellings in Selkirk – and learn more about the town and its long history. Halliwell’s hosts a full and vivid programme of contemporary art in the Robson Gallery, showing some of the finest recent work from both the local area and further afield. In addition, the building is also home to a lovely gift shop.
Your visit is Free. Please Donate to help us keep this unique museum free to everyone. Your donation plays a vital role in helping us to improve our visitor experience. You can donate
HERE
Find out more about our 2026 Exhibitions and Events –
CLICK HERE
The ground floor features a reconstruction of an ironmonger’s shop which is crammed full with all manner of objects to evoke a bygone age. The industrial heritage of the town is reflected in the displays and the internationally-renowned annual Selkirk Common Riding Festival is explored, keeping the history of Selkirk alive. The ‘Casting of the Colours’ ceremony that takes place during this festival commemorates the Battle of Flodden, when the town sent eighty men with the Scottish King James IV and only one returned, carrying a blood-stained English flag.
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There is free parking, disabled parking and EV charging point nearby. Museum is wheelchair accessible. Bike racks are available and the museum is accessible by public transport.
Pick up an activity pack at reception to follow the displays and exhibitions and visit our gift shop for a selection of books and souvenirs. Specially arranged group visits and educational events are welcome – please book in advance.
Your visit is FREE. Please DONATE.
Accessing the Museum
CLICK HERE
to view our access statement for full information on accessibility in the Museum.
There are no toilet facilities at the site. There is disabled lift access to the first floor.
Quiet Wonders: Gentle Museum Mornings are specially scheduled times for visitors who prefer to explore at a slower pace, in a calm and sensory-considered environment. They run from 11am to 12noon on the first Fridays of the month. For more information
CLICK HERE.
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Market Place
Selkirk, TD7 4BL
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Tel:
01750 726 456 / 01750 720 054
Email:
museums@liveborders1.org.uk
Opening Times
November - March: CLOSED
OPEN 28 March 2026 - 31 Oct 2026
Monday
Closed -
Tuesday
11:00 - 16:00
Wednesday
11:00 - 16:00
Thursday
11:00 - 16:00
Friday
11:00 - 16:00
Saturday
11:00 - 16:00
Sunday
Closed -
More Places You Might Like
Sir Walter Scott’s Courtroom
Selkirk Library
Selkirk Leisure Centre
Old Gala House
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Halliwell’s House Museum
Hidden down a cobbled street
Halliwell's House Museum
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Price List
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Museum & Galleries Price List 2026
Accessibility Guide
Accessibility Guide
Halliwells House Museum Access Guide
What's on
Overview
To book your free space for Easter Crafts @ Halliwell’s House Museum
click here
.
Visit Halliwell’s House Museum for a truly unique and atmospheric experience. Situated in the narrow, cobbled Halliwell’s Close, named after wig-maker Walter Halliwell, you’ll find this unusual 18th century house. Inside you can discover more about the building – part of the oldest surviving row of dwellings in Selkirk – and learn more about the town and its long history. Halliwell’s hosts a full and vivid programme of contemporary art in the Robson Gallery, showing some of the finest recent work from both the local area and further afield. In addition, the building is also home to a lovely gift shop.
Your visit is Free. Please Donate to help us keep this unique museum free to everyone. Your donation plays a vital role in helping us to improve our visitor experience. You can donate
HERE
Find out more about our 2026 Exhibitions and Events –
CLICK HERE
The ground floor features a reconstruction of an ironmonger’s shop which is crammed full with all manner of objects to evoke a bygone age. The industrial heritage of the town is reflected in the displays and the internationally-renowned annual Selkirk Common Riding Festival is explored, keeping the history of Selkirk alive. The ‘Casting of the Colours’ ceremony that takes place during this festival commemorates the Battle of Flodden, when the town sent eighty men with the Scottish King James IV and only one returned, carrying a blood-stained English flag.
Plan your journey with
Traveline Scotland.
There is free parking, disabled parking and EV charging point nearby. Museum is wheelchair accessible. Bike racks are available and the museum is accessible by public transport.
Pick up an activity pack at reception to follow the displays and exhibitions and visit our gift shop for a selection of books and souvenirs. Specially arranged group visits and educational events are welcome – please book in advance.
Your visit is FREE. Please DONATE.
Accessing the Museum
CLICK HERE
to view our access statement for full information on accessibility in the Museum.
There are no toilet facilities at the site. There is disabled lift access to the first floor.
Quiet Wonders: Gentle Museum Mornings are specially scheduled times for visitors who prefer to explore at a slower pace, in a calm and sensory-considered environment. They run from 11am to 12noon on the first Fridays of the month. For more information
CLICK HERE.
Subscribe to our Museums, Galleries & Archives Updates
01750 726 456 / 01750 720 054
museums@liveborders1.org.uk
Book Tickets Here!
What's On
What's On
Museum Activity Trails
Market Place
Selkirk, TD7 4BL
View on maps
Get in touch
Tel:
01750 726 456 / 01750 720 054
Email:
museums@liveborders1.org.uk
Opening Times
November - March: CLOSED
OPEN 28 March 2026 - 31 Oct 2026
Monday
Closed -
Tuesday
11:00 - 16:00
Wednesday
11:00 - 16:00
Thursday
11:00 - 16:00
Friday
11:00 - 16:00
Saturday
11:00 - 16:00
Sunday
Closed -
More Places You Might Like
Sir Walter Scott’s Courtroom
Selkirk Library
Selkirk Leisure Centre
Old Gala House
Donate
Every penny you spend with us is reinvested into supporting active, creative and healthy
communities in the Scottish Borders.
Support Us
About us
Our board
Our strategy
Our team
Publications
Get involved
Jobs
Learning
Partners
Volunteer
Feedback
Press & filming
Useful info
Cookies
Data processing
Freedom of information
Privacy statement
Terms & conditions
Accessibility
Contact
01896 661166
enquiries@liveborders.org.uk
Contact us
Live Borders
Council Headquarters
Newtown St Boswells
Melrose
TD6 0SA
Live Borders is registered in Scotland | Registration No SC243577 | Registered Charity No SC034227 © Live Borders
Responsive Website Design
,
Development & Hosting by
mtc.