These pictures from our archives show different aspects of life in the Selkirk area from a bygone time, mainly the 1950s and 60s, including a few common riding events, as well as how some familiar landscapes looked back then.
5. 1954
Selkirk Common Riding, June 1954. The flag bearer casts the colours. Photo: Unknown
6. 1954
Selkirk Common Riding, June 1954. Crowds flock down to the green. Photo: Unknown
7. 1955
Selkirk Common Riding, June 1955. The standard bearer casts the colours. Photo: Unknown
8. 1955
Selkirk Common Riding, June 1955. Selkirk Souters with Burgh Officer. Photo: Unknown