The John Buchan Story Museum
Wheelchair accessible
A literary museum in Peebles, Scotland, celebrating the life and works of author John Buchan, best known for 'The Thirty-Nine Steps'.

📜 Museum dedicated to Scottish author John Buchan.
🔍 Explores his life, literary output, and family associations with Peebles.

Why Go

📚 Learn about John Buchan, author of 'The Thirty-Nine Steps'
📖 Discover his other 100+ books and role as Governor General of Canada
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Explore exhibits on his family, including novelist sister Anna Buchan (O. Douglas)
🖼️ See fascinating artifacts and displays on his life and works
🏞️ Explore his passion for the Scottish Borders countryside

Why Avoid

🚶‍♀️ Small step at entrance, ramp available on request

Tips

🅿️ Free car parking nearby on Edinburgh Road (Mon-Fri)
🚌 Easily accessible by Border Bus X62 from Edinburgh
♿ Ramp available on request for wheelchair access
📅 Open for groups by arrangement outside regular hours

Cost

💰 Admission is free, donations appreciated.

Hours

🕒 Summer (Apr-Oct): Mon 10am-4pm, Tue-Sat 10am-1pm. Winter (Nov-Mar): Groups welcome by arrangement.

Dogs

🐕 Assistance dogs only.

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