Galashiels and District

Galashiels and District ward lies within the Scottish Borders, centred on the town of Galashiels itself. The area encompasses surrounding settlements like Langlee and the valley of the Gala Water. Historically, the local economy was dominated by textile manufacturing, particularly tweed. The landscape is characterised by rolling hills and river valleys, with residential areas extending into these rural fringes.

A specific legacy of the textile industry is the annual 'Braw Lads' Gathering', a local rideout and festival celebrating the town's history. The ward contains modern retail parks and educational facilities, including a campus of Borders College. Transport connections are provided by the A7 road and a railway station on the Borders Railway line, linking the area directly to Edinburgh.