Robert Smail’s Printing Works 2025
Scottish Borders
There are many interesting examples of old rural industries such as milling and farming; with jobs like blacksmiths and wheelwrights, which existed in the area until the 1950s. The town has always been associated with the sea and fishing, with its village dating back to the 13th century.
Address: Auld Kirk Manse Road Eyemouth Scottish Borders TD14 5JE
Apr-Oct Mon-Sat 1100-1600. Also Sun closes 1500. Visit website or facebook for more details.
Eyemouth was the only safe landing place on the coast of Berwickshire. The trades that complemented the fishing industry were coopering, net and rope-making, as well as the work, are graphically illustrated with photographs and artefacts. With many of the tools and artefacts from a bygone era you can gain an insight into conditions in the home of working fishing families, and brought to life in the kitchen and living room display.