The Plough Inn Leitholm in Scottish Borders

Wow, fabulous food and made to feel most welcome. Dog friendly, Harris just loved David the co-owner. The Sunday beef roast was just the best we have ever had, a must. The food was so good we booked for the Italian night later in the week. The lasagna is to die for. Sticky toffee pudding with salted caramel ice cream was stunning. Best book of your going as you may be disappointed if you turn up, tables fill fast. Jason, Lesley and Harris.

Really nice environmental to chill out in. Served us a great base to visit places. Excellent hosts, spotless rooms and really good meals. Highly recommended

My wife and I and another couple stayed at The Plough last Sunday night 8th to 9th Sept. We had booked dinner and were not disappointed - very good food and friendly service. The bedrooms were clean, comfortable and "everything worked" ( a bloke thing, shower, tv etc). Next morning Sarah cooked excellent and varied breakfasts which set us up for the day ahead. Can thoroughly recommend!

Just returned from 2 night stay in the Thomson room. Sadly the window has been painted over and impossible to open, very hot over night, informed landlord who promised to get the window open that day, he didnt, apart from being hot and stuffy I think it illegal as impossible to get out in an emergency. Food great, lovely porridge in the morning, very friendly.

What a stunning place to stay! Firstly beautiful little village with lots of greenery and walks behind the little quaint church. The pub itself is just gorgeous, all beautifully decorated, we stayed in their dog friendly room which was superb. The hosts David and Sarah were so welcoming and with Nora our Frenchie, nothing was too much trouble. The food was outstanding, we ate breakfast and evening meal there, the halloumi burger is to die for! The bed and pillows were dreamy, all in all the perfect stay for us. Thank you ❤️

Dave was very welcoming from the moment we walked in, lovely home cooked from Sarah. Very good food. Lovely staff. Definitely recommend.

From pulling up outside, the building looked fantastic and full of charm. The welcome we received from Sarah and David was friendly and warm, in fact, throughout the whole stay. All the members of the staff were friendly and warm. We were in Hope, and all I could say was the room was fantastic with views out over the fields to the south from the ensuite. The bedroom also had a window on the other side over looking the road, but don't worry, the lack of traffic means it's still quiet and peaceful. The room itself was clean with a gpod selection of teas and coffee hot chocolate. The bed was very comfortable. The bar and restaurant were clean and welcoming with David behind the bar. The service was great. The lassie who was taking our order for food (sorry we never got your name) was on top form letting us know what wasn't available and what she would recommend (you were right about the fish and chips) and the redtvof the food we order was tasty and very well presented. Breakfast the next morning, there were cereals available and fruit and yoghurts, but we opted for the Scottish breakfast. All the items were cooked to perfection and were delicious. The Plough Inn is truly a hidden gem, a place we will definitely be coming back to. The peacefulness of the place was just what we needed on our escape from the city with wonderful views, and we got to see and hear Hamish the cat in the morning. We would like to thank Sarah and David and the rest of the staff for a brilliant night Thank you Scott and Julia

Excellent pub stopover. We stayed one night in our camper can. Had a fantastic meal. Hosts are very welcoming. Would recommend

First visit for dinner tonight, clean plates all around. Local produce which is so nice to see where it’s all come from, clearly do not scrimp on their quality! Wonderful selection and dog friendly. Warm, welcoming environment. Great portion sizes and selection. Our table (of 4) had 2 rounds of drinks, lasagna, sausage and mash, pork and blue cheese pie and steak and kidney pie… plus apple pie, ice cream, sticky toffee pudding and chocolate brownie. All came in at £90! Bargain for the amazing quality … highly recommend.

This is our second stay and we were greeted with such warmth again, Sarah and David are so welcoming. Amazing home cooked food - lunch was delicious (highly recommend an omelette!), breakfast was superb. Loved sitting looking out onto the back garden. It’s such a calming place with birds singing. We were lucky to have glorious sunshine again! Thomson room well equipped and spacious - lovely huge shower, mini sofa, very comfy bed. Would highly recommend visiting here.

Stayed here twice in the last few weeks and it’s brilliant place for business or pleasure. Really felt welcome by David and Sarah. Strongly recommend. I’ll definitely be back and not for work next time hopefully for a holiday. Can’t recommend Sarah’s cooking enough !

A little gem of a pub! Friendly landlord and team, delicious food, and a lovely atmosphere, cosy and comfortable place for a meal. Excellent choice for vegetarians too. We were in a campervan and they allowed us to park on the grass at the back which was fantastic, and we had a great nights sleep. Thank you for a lovely meal and stopover!

Lovely family meal with kids (10 and 12 year olds). Really friendly place. Great main courses and delicious puddings. Perfect, would recommend. Only a few tables so best to book ahead.

We came here for Easter Sunday lunch, and had one of the best roast beef dinners we've ever had! Very friendly staff, proper home made food, and reasonable prices.

What a wonderful place. Went for a family meal. Food was fantastic and all the staff were lovely. Would definitely recommend

Perfect little place, lovely people excellent food and good night's sleep, what more could you want... oh, and make sure your hungry 😊

A very welcoming and attentive pub, with delicious food. The service was excellent, and friendly. We had everything from starters to dessert and nothing disappointed. The food was served quickly, hot and tasted amazing. We would highly recommend this pub!! Worth the drive or the stop over…

Lovely cosy and very clean pub. Made to feel very welcome and scrummy food. We will be back. Menu has something for everyone and presentation very nice.

Lovely warm hosts and food was awesome. Will definitely be back and highly recommend. My favourite had to be the extra crispy halloumi fries.

We had a lovely Sunday lunch for a meat eater and a vegetarian. It was great value, great atmosphere, great chat with the hosts

We went to the plough for pre Christmas dinner in 2023 and enjoyed their Christmas menu. The warm welcome was only surpassed by the epic food. I would have no hesitation in recommending the plough to anyone. There were eight n our party with varying dietary requirements including two vegetarians and we were all over the moon with both the quality and quantity of the food served. It's a lovely place and we will most certainly be back...

Stayed at the Plough Inn while on a weekend away to go to Kelso races. We booked the accommodation over the phone with David and nothing was a problem. We arrived at the pub and had a pint before we were shown to our room (Thomson), the room was splendid with a good sized shower room and good supply of teas, coffees, hot chocolate etc., the coffee machine is a great idea. We had an amazing nights sleep on one of the comfiest mattresses you could imagine, the room was lovely and warm at all times. On our first night we had booked the Xmas Fayre dinner with celeriac soup for starters followed by Turkey dinner with all the trimmings and finished off with a Scottish liqueur, all this was done by Sarah and delightfully served by Fay, it was fantastic. David keeps a well stocked bar and a lovely pint, all can be enjoyed in the cosy bar and snug . On our second night we chose off the normal menu and again everything was first class. Breakfast was served in the snug and was very tasty with good quality fresh ingredients. The Plough Inn is ideally situated for visiting the Borders and was for us just a short drive to Kelso races which unfortunately was abandoned. This did not spoil our weekend as we had a great time at the Plough. We very much look forward to returning to the Plough in the near future to enjoy the warm hospitality given by David and Sarah.

The Plough is an immaculate country inn. We stayed overnight, in a very comfortable and well-equipped room. Food excellent (lovely apple pie and custard) and the full Scottish breakfast comes with great haggis. Friendly and helpful service. We had stayed the previous couple of nights in a 4-star Edinburgh hotel, with pretentiously and badly designed bedrooms, and it was chalk and cheese: The Plough was so much better. Full marks to hosts David and Sarah for running such a super place. Great value; highly recommended.

Wonderful Sunday lunch, my wife had roast beef, I had the vegan option. Tasted marvellous, I especially enjoyed the vegan cauliflower cheese! My wife really enjoyed hers too. The only downside was we were so full we didn’t have room for desert. The rest of the menu looks great

A delightful restaurant which made us feel very special . Very attentive and a lovely menu . They had some lovely rooms if you wanted to stay the night which we intend to do next time.

I stumbled across this gem of a country inn via Google maps as I was in the area. Sarah & David had an immaculate room for me which was filled with thoughtful details, from the choice of quality drinks on the in room tray to many usb power points. They have loving restored this solid building. The range and quality of the dinner menu was amazing and Sarah does every detail with loving care. The vegan pie was a lovely surprise. Breakfast was perfect and I didn't need to eat all day after this treat. Oh and great 4G reception from EE on bathroom side. Many thanks 👍

Delicious meal, food excellent at every visit. Italian night was exceptional tonight, and meals enjoyed by us all. Top restaurants could learn a few things on service and superb food from David and Sarah. We live in Suffolk and wish we had a pub like this near us. See you soon.

We stayed with two other couples in 3 of the guestrooms which were very clean and comfortable. Tea/Coffee facilities in the room together with hairdryer, hanging space and a lovely walk in shower. The bed was huge and comfortable. David and Sara are a lovely couple who work very hard to please their guests. The Scottish breakfast was awesome with my first try of haggis!!. Good food, lovely atmosphere in a very quiet rural setting close to Coldstream and the lovely Wedderburn Castle in Dunns where we attended a friends wedding. Please support this lovely couple. Great stay!!

What a wonderful stay in the Borders! The Plough Inn run by hosts Sarah and David is really welcoming and a great experience. Both Sarah and David go out of their way to provide excellent accommodation, food and atmosphere which will make you want to come back for more. You can easily see by the way they run it that they really enjoy hosting and wish everybody a positive time with them. The rooms are a good size with all the facilities you might expect including coffee and tea making, radio, television, wifi and very comfortable beds. If you wish to have a meal at the Plough Inn don't be surprised at the quality of what is delivered to your table. David is great at the front of house making you feel comfortable and well looked after. The food is cooked to order and is always first class. Sarah is a whizz in the kitchen and cooks for pleasure which helps ensure her guests really enjoy what they are served. In addition she is always on the lookout for an extra garnish to add to the already delicious flavour and after the dining experience you're guaranteed to not be left wanting. The Plough Inn is situated in the quaint village of Leitholm in the Borders and as such is very quiet and peaceful. If you need a good rest and good food this is definitely the place to stay!

Friendly staff Great food(I highly recommend the lasagne) Quiet location Clean rooms Comfortable beds

Another delicious meal at The Plough. We went for Thursday Italian Night. Spaghetti and lasagne followed by tiramisu. Fabulous service too. A must for anyone visiting the borders!

We visited a few times during a weeks stay in Leitholm village and were blown away by the standard of cooking. The menu is extensive and uses local produce (Thurs night on the Italian menu Pollo Kiev made using chicken from butchers in Norham absolutely...

Hello, Ole the Lab here. I had a lovely stay here with my humans in our motorhome. The owners were very welcoming and allowed us to park in the pub garden. My humans had supper, which they enjoyed lots. I had lots of doggie treats...

This is a delightful place to stay - lots of personal touches and delicious food. Can't recommend too highly. The room was very comfortable and had everything - and more - you could want or need. Very welcoming hosts. Thank you so much.

Exactly what we were after following a day on a boat trip and a fair bit of walking. Some good vegetarian options & the owners are very friendly. Made to feel at home and we greatly enjoyed our meal (and my 2 beers!).

We booked and were told it was Italian night, not what we had in mind as I really fancied something off of their standard menu. However, the food was lovely and the owners so friendly. A very lovely pizza was had! It’s reassuring to find...

Having been asked to arrive an hour later than our preferred time, we were surprised to find only one table waiting for their food to arrive and two other tables in the process of being vacated. Drinks took an age to arrive as did a...

Visited while on a break in Kelso. Food was lovely - big portions, friendly staff and very reasonable. Would visit again when in the area 🙂

A fantastic small pub with rooms in the gorgeous Borders countryside. We stayed two nights – the first on the way to the Highlands and the second on our return trip heading back South – and couldn't have asked for a better place to break...

Had a great family meal, very friendly staff and home cooked food was excellent. Nothing too much trouble and well worth the wait to get piping hot food. Great choice and bonus of being dog friendly

Great small pub with beer garden. My wife and I had Sunday roast here which we really enjoyed. The atmosphere is relaxed and the owners are very easy going and accomodating. I would highly recommend a visit.

A great friendly and comfortable base to experience all on offer within the TD area of the borders! We were going to a wedding in Kelso and due to a number of events in the area could not secure a room in the hotel or...

……..FULLY GOOD, FRIENDLY and HIGH QUALITY . Lovely to get the chance to come back this year. Had Sunday lunch and then went to the Italian night. Both experiences offered up lovely homemade quality food served in a friendly kind manner. Really appreciate how accommodating...

What a lovely place. We had Sunday lunch here in this characterful and very friendly pub. The food was delicious and excellent value for money. Looking forward to a return visit.

My good friends took me out for Sunday lunch for my birthday. Veggie haggis roast was lovely with plenty of vegetables. Very friendly owners. My little dog also very welcome. Would recommend.

What a great little pub! The food was excellent, service was excellent. Very impressed with the Gluten free options. We will definitely be back xx

Fantastic wee place. Very clean and well kept. Very Friendly and attentive service, amazing food that’s great value for money. Both thoroughly enjoyed our entire meal. Will definitely be back when in the area.

We had a great meal here the other night. Service was excellent, food was almost exclusively locally sourced and beautifully cooked and presented. There are a number of local beers available and a small but excellent wine list. The local gin is worth a go...

Warm welcome from hosts and great service throughout evening. Food was amazing, we went for Italian night (thursday), the antipasti platter full of fresh, authentic ingredients and a great sharing platter for 3 of us. The pasta and meatballs was one of the best I've...

We had supper at The Plough on their weekly Italian Evening while visiting the area and we loved it! The food was freshly-cooked and delicious - we had various pasta dishes and pizza all of which were excellent. The restaurant is small and relaxed with...

Visited with friends. Food looked and tasted amazing. Service was really good. Very homely atmosphere dogs allowed to. Will be back soon.

So many dog treats for Lulu - and human treats for us - from welcoming hosts David and Sarah. Charming and chatty, they took great pride in their impeccably restored old inn, and in their superb cuisine. Our dog-friendly room had a beautiful stone fireplace,...

We stayed at The Plough, the warm welcome and fabulous food made up for the damp weather. Our room was spotlessly clean, comfortable and warm. The breakfasts were amazing and evening meals delicious. Definitely planning on a return trip

We enjoyed a Saturday lunch at this country inn. It’s located in a very small village about 20 minutes travel from Berwick upon Tweed. Food is home cooked and made to order so you should expect to wait a little while. The wait, however, is...

We chose this restaurant for the extensive gluten free options available on the menu and it did not disappoint! I had the burger and chips and it was gorgeous. The chips were the best we have had in a long time (possibly ever!). Halloumi fries...

From the moment we arrived, David and Sarah made us feel very welcome and at home. The Plough Inn is in a lovely location. The rooms are very comfortable and clean, with some nice personal touches. Great menus for evening meal and for breakfast, with...

Called into the Plough on the off chance on the way back from Berwick on Tweed to Jedburgh. Excellent meal, made very welcome, would highly recommend.

Great inn in a quiet village. We ate there twice in the one week. All of the food is made to order. The best gluten free fish and chips my wife and I have tasted. the owners, who are the chef and barman, are very...

Arrived and table was ready for us. Lovely friendly staff. Very attentive and chatty. Menu offered great choice with good prices. We shared mixed starters and couldn't fault it...yum! Main meal arrived and wow, huge plateful, enjoyed every mouthful. After a wee rest we indulged...

Excellent service, excellent value for money, even more excellent food. Our first visit, but it will not be our last. Sunday roast - what a plateful, perfectly prepared & served.

A really lovely pub, wonderful hosts with scrumptious food. It's very warm and friendly. Looking forward to returning 5*

Great village pub. Lovely hosts. CAMRA real ale runner up and in the good pub guide. Great beers on tap. Visited for a family lunch and food was excellent. Can highly recommend the Lamb Shank. The meat just fell off the bone and was very...

Had a totally delicious lunch here with our cycle group. Lovely fresh sandwiches and delicious gluten free cakes. Very friendly and good value. Would def return. Top marks !

Lovely family run country pub! Warm atmosphere with welcoming staff! Vegan options were delicious!! Definitely worth a visit!!

Four of us and a dog were welcomed by the friendly owners and enjoyed a varied selection of meals all of which were of excellent quality. The atmosphere is very relaxed and the host a font of knowledge about the local area and beyond. Superb...

It is hard to find fresh vegetables on the menu of many eating places. It is hard to find nourishing food travelling. It is hard to find such a place with B&B. The plough has it all. Mine Host David and Sarah made us comfortable...

Had Sunday lunch here, a lovely little family run place, very welcoming, good drink options for those driving (which you don’t see enough of) topped by some tasty food, the wife had the small beef Sunday lunch and I had the pie, neither of us...

A great experience, from the warm welcome, to the excellent food and ale. Great surroundings , will return.

Great food and atmosphere well worth a visit. Not expensive for the quality, of food and service very friendly.

Lovely last Friday night at the Plough, before travelling home again. Good haggis starter, and main dishes of the pie and burger really substantial , tasty and the burger was made freshly on site. Nice to see an Affogato on the menu too and made...

Such a beautiful place to stay, socialize and eat. The bedroom was super comfortable and the heated towel rail in the bathroom was the cherry on top! Like a home away from home... I'll come back for sure!

We had been down in the Scottish Borders for almost a week, eating out 90% of the time, before it was time to for our booking at the Plough in Leitholm. Our welcome was warm and friendly from the owner (Happy Birthday to him!) as...

Called in on passing. David and Sarah were warm and welcoming. A lovely clean welcoming pub. Food ordered was delicious.

We stayed nearby and booked a table at opening time. I opted for the burger with bacon, salad and chips, and Allison went for the halloumi burger, both were delicious, the salad having home made dressings which were lovely. The chips were massive and cooked...

Lovely village pub. Warm welcome. Good beer and food. Excellent bedrooms with giant bed and a walk-in shower. Hope to be back next year.

Enjoyed a family lunch here in June 2021 while staying in Coldstream that was easily the best food we had anywhere in the area that week. So we returned for 1 night relaxing DBB in May 2022 and it lived up to our expectations and...

The food was home cooked and amazing. Good selection of well presented and good beers and spirits. The owners are wonderful friendly people who have transformed the pub into a very welcoming establishment. Highly recommend.

We visited for the Italian night on Thursday. A wonderful warm welcome from our hosts and excellent food. Generous portions. The tiramisu is a must. Would highly recommend.

A lovely little find. We arrived on Thursday which was their Italian theme night and luckily they had a table for 2. The service was attentive and friendly; we ordered garlic bread and ciabatta and oils - both beautifully presented and delicious. For our mains...

We were staying near Kelso & decided to book an early Sunday dinner at The Plough with our daughter, her husband & 2 grandchildren age 8 & 11. We were not disappointed. The owners went out of there way to make us feel welcome &...

My next door neighbour very kindly gave us a voucher for the plough inn as a Christmas present,. We went for a meal tonight and it was excellent. My husband and myself had fish and chips which was really good and my daughter had the...

We decided to stop here for lunch en route to Northumberland after seeing glowing reviews from fellow tripadvisor reviewers, and they weren’t wrong! Beautiful fish and chips fresh that morning was the star, but try and save some room for the apple pie or pancakes...

Had a lovely overnight stay at the Plough Inn with my mum. We were made to feel very welcome and the owners went out of their way to accommodate my vegan diet. Bedroom was very comfortable with a coffee machine, kettle and a variety of...

Stayed in a cottage nearby which had the Plough Inn's takeaway menu - first night we ordered Fish and Chips which we collected from the inn and which were excellent so second night we booked a table. The hosts David and Sarah are very friendly...

Went in for a pint and was given the worst service. Dirty looks the lot! Was made to feel unwelcome all because I wanted a pint after work and some woman would rather sit with a pile of papers rather than serve me. Certainly will...

Thank you to the hosts at the Plough Inn for a delicious Saturday lunch. Each of our group of 4 really enjoyed their choice - Lasagne/ omelette/ burger/ chicken breast with salad and lovely mint and yogurt dressing followed by a range of desserts including...

This is our second trip to visit the Plough Inn and once again it didn't disappoint. Not only are the food, drink and lodging all excellent but the inn plays such a vital role in the community. We stopped for 3 nights. Our first night...

Popped in for an early evening meal with the family. Lovely food and great service. Say hello to Hamish the ginger cat!

We had a wonderful nights sleep in the huge cosy super king bed The hosts couldn’t do enough to make us feel at home and welcome. Attention to detail in the bedroom was spot on from luxury shower gel to a coffee machine! Would definitely...

Lovely pub with accommodation. Spotlessly clean and well managed and run by the owners David and Sarah. Very good home made food and wonderful drinks selection. I visited for 2 nights on the recommendation of a friend. I will definitely staying again and recommending it...

David and Sarah are excellent hosts. Wonderful room, friendly chats, valuable information. Food at breakfast and dinner just perfect. I was lured into eating haggis … and is was a very good experience.

We chose the Plough Inn at Leitholm for a relaxing base to explore the area, we were not disappointed, our hosts were very welcoming and made us feel at home. Our room was very comfortable, spotlessly clean and with a huge bed! After a long...

We have just returned home from a wonderful 3 night stay at the Plough Inn. Sarah & David our hosts were very hospitable. Our room "Thompson" had the most comfortable double bed it was amazing! The walk in shower with both a fixed head and...

8 of us on this occasion including 4 young people. With 2 vegetarians and a coeliac this is not always an easy group to cater for but The Plough Inn did us proud. The menu was deceptively large so, for example, under "pie and chips/mash"...

We were very well looked after here. Stayed for 2 nights for bed and breakfast and were very comfortable. Breakfasts were delicious and set us up beautifully for the rest of the day.

Another lovely visit for lunch to the Plough Inn in Leitholm. Sarah and David are always so welcoming. Great comfortable atmosphere. Food is so delicious. Thank you, looking forward to coming back for lunch in a few weeks. 😊

Lovely clean,quiet room with a massive very comfortable bed with excellent quality pillows and linens.Plenty of electrical sockets and wi-fi enabled TV appreciated. Spotless ensuite with good quality toiletries and white fluffy towels...big shower. We stayed in the Miller suite. Kettle, coffee maker,good quality teas,coffees...

Very comfortable room with great facilities and an extensive breakfast menu. The hosts are extremely welcoming. Would highly recommend.

We stayed for 2 nights at the Plough and ate there on both nights. David and Sarah Jane made us very welcome. The rooms have been nicely refurbished and are very comfortable. The food is highly recommended!

We recently moved to the area and tried The Plough for takeaway just before moving into our new home, when we were staying in a rental in the village. Sarah and David were very welcoming and gave us some good local advice. We had takeaway...