Scott''s Selkirk was a Millennium project that proved so popular it has become an established part of the Selkirk calendar.

For the first weekend in December, the whole town centre reverts to the 19th century days of Sir Walter Scott. Shopkeepers dress themselves and their windows appropriately, creating a magical Christmas atmosphere. Costumes are on hire to visitors at a nominal charge

The Court House is used to re-enact court cases which were heard by Sir Walter when he was sheriff. There are authentic Market Stalls in the town centre, and there is a variety of street entertainment.

There is input from Borders Youth Theatre, Selkirk High School, Selkirk Film Club and the Camera Club.

There is a Food Court with traditional entertainment, carol singing, tours of the town and much more.

There is a Friday night 'Ceilidh' and the Saturday afternoon is rounded off with dancing in the Market Place and torchlight procession - followed by a Grand Concert.

Even the Sunday morning church service is conducted in costume and in keeping with the period.

The event's finale is a superb firework display – always much enjoyed.

Admission to all events is free, with donations being made at the venues

Local shops and businesses sponsor the event.

This is a huge event to organise and we could not manage it without the fantastic volunteer help, both individual and of town organisations such as the Selkirk Hammermen, Merchant Company and Rugby Club.

Viv Ross, Convener.