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Royal Hotel, Jedburgh
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Originally a 19th century coaching inn, the Royal Hotel has been welcoming visitors to Jedburgh for almost 200 years.

This early 19th century building was once known in 1823 as Mr Douglas's Inn and then as the Harrow. It was renamed for the visit to Jedburgh of Queen Victoria in 1867 when her retinue dined here.

Notice the carriage pend on the left.

Nearby was the house where Robert Burns lodged during his visit in 1787, when he was made a Freeman of the Royal Burgh.

The Royal Hotel, 21 Canongate, Jedburgh is a Category C Listed Building

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Jedburgh is also rich in Douglas history, which can still be experienced today with a visit to the majestic ruins of Jedburgh Abbey, Jedburgh Castle Jail or Mary Queen of Scots House – all of which are only minutes walk from the Royal Hotel.

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