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.
13. 1959
Aerial view of Selkirk, June 1959. Photo: Unknown
14. 1959
Selkirk Common Riding, June 1959. Crowds heading for the bussin' concert. Photo: Unknown
15. 1959
Selkirk Common Riding, June 1959. A group of young girls take part in a procession through the streets. Photo: Unknown
16. 1962
George Roberts & Co Ltd, tweed mill, August 1962. Operator changing bobbins on carding machine. Photo: Unknown