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Border Common Ridings and Festivals season: Melrose

The ancient tradition mimics the time when men on horseback would protect the town from raids.

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Melrose Festival gets underway

The final ceremony takes place at Melrose Abbey where over 800 years of history are recalled Credit: PA

The Melrose festival has begun. It takes place from 15th June - 21st June . It was created in 1938 to commemorate the town's history, in particular the 'Melrosian' which is a central figure.

It is part of the Borders Common Riding and Festival. Events include rideouts, a fancy dress parade, a ceremony that sees the Melrosian installed and the Festival Queen crowned.

The final ceremony which will take place at Melrose Abbey.

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