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Small Scottish Borders town crowned 'most scenic winter escape' this Christmas
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New research has revealed the 'most scenic small towns for a winter escape' in Scotland and a quaint town with lovely scenery tops the list.

When the mercury drops and the snow starts falling, there is nothing better than a cosy staycation. Scotland is home to countless picturesque rural towns and villages, which can make deciding where to head for a winter break an overwhelming affair.

Sitting at the junction of the Tweed and Teviot rivers, Kelso is known for its idyllic rural scenery and bustling small-town ambience. Over the winter, it hosts a festive market, while its annual Christmas lights switch on will take place on November 30. Meanwhile, the second most scenic small town in Scotland for a winter escape, according to House of Bruar, is Portree on the Isle of Skye. The island's capital town, which recorded 153,000 hashtags on Instagram, is renowned for its pastel-coloured waterfront buildings and bustling harbour.

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