Halliwell’s House is a small local museum housed in an atmospheric group of historic buildings close to Selkirk Market Place. Its collections tell the wider story of the town and district rather than concentrating on Roman Scotland.
The collection includes a stone described as a gatepost from a Roman fort or camp, although it may not be on permanent display. Visitors interested principally in Roman material should contact the museum or check current displays before travelling.
Plan your visit
Location: Halliwell’s Close, Market Place, Selkirk, TD7 4BL
Roman focus: The local history and archaeology of Selkirk and Ettrick Forest
Admission and opening: Check current arrangements before travelling
Official website: Visit the museum’s official website
Map: Open in Google Maps
What can you see?
Highlights include:
- a possible Roman fort or camp gatepost in the collection
- local archaeology and the history of Selkirk
- the town’s associations with the Border landscape and later conflicts
Why does it matter?
Roman evidence in the Borders is often encountered through isolated finds and the traces of temporary camps rather than standing buildings. Halliwell’s House illustrates how such evidence survives within local museum collections.
Combine your visit with
Before travelling: Displays, opening arrangements and admission charges can change. Check the museum’s official website for current information.
