6 September 2025 (10:00 - 18:00) Our distillery opened in March 2018 – the first Scotch Whisky distillery in the Scottish Borders since 1837. Our hometown of Hawick has a famous history of manufacturing – it’s where cashmere is king and where tweed was invented. There is a spirit of invention and enterprise in the town that inspires us in everything we do. The distillery’s founders have a keen sense of environmental and social responsibility, and wanted to support regeneration efforts in our corner of rural Scotland. Rather than erect a soulless new-build on the town’s outskirts, they chose to invest in refurbishing an existing building in the heart of the town, creating employment opportunities and a tourist attraction. The distillery is an award-winning conversion of Hawick’s former electrical works, a prominent landmark in the town since 1903. Thousands of visitors tour the distillery every year, enjoying the sunny and airy feel beneath the glass roofs of our Mash and Still Houses. It's Doors Open Days at The Borders Distillery - and you're invited! Visit the first Scotch Whisky distillery to operate in the Scottish Borders since 1837, making award-winning Whisky Blends, Gin and Vodka. Join us for a free tour of the distillery, led by our team of expert distillers. Whisky tastings can be booked ahead of time (see our website for more details), and on the day you can explore our visitor centre and shop local produce, or settle in at the pop-up bar for something expertly mixed. It's a day for curious locals, Scotch Whisky lovers and anyone who would like to discover the spirit of the Borders. Tours will run all day from 11am - 5pm. Just turn up and we will allocate a slot for a tour of our distillery. Our distillery tour is fully wheelchair accessible. For any further info on our accessibility please call 01450 374330.

Address
The Borders Distillery, Commercial Road, Hawick, TD9 7AQ