Kinsman-Blake Ceramics

Smailholm is a small village 6 miles north of Kelso containing an 18^th century Lairds house, an early 19^th century farm house (originally a posting inn) and Smailholm church which dates from the 13^th century, rebuilt in 1632 and 1820. Nearby the village is Smailholm tower dating from the 16^th century and much frequented by Sir Walter Scott in his youth. Pre-historic standing stones are sited near Brotherstone farm, three miles west of Smailholm. Dryburgh Abby, Wallace Monument, Scotts View and Mellerstaine house and gardens are also within easy reach.