Teviot

Teviot is commonly associated with the River Teviot, a river in the Scottish Borders, United Kingdom. It is a tributary of the River Tweed and forms part of the Tweed basin, contributing to the region’s hydrology and landscape.

The Teviot runs through the Teviotdale region in the southern Borders, rising in rural areas and flowing generally southeast to join the River Tweed near Roxburgh. It passes through the town of Hawick and the village of Teviothead, among other settlements, shaping the character of the valley.

Historically, the Teviot valley supported early industry, with Hawick later developing as a center for knitwear and textile manufacturing along the river. Today the river is used for recreation and angling, and its banks are tied to landscape and conservation efforts across the Scottish Borders.

Ecology and use: The Teviot supports freshwater habitats and species typical of Scottish rivers, including brown trout and salmon in its lower reaches. Water quality and flow are managed to balance ecological health with recreational access and local needs.

See also: River Tweed; Hawick; Teviotdale; Roxburgh; Teviothead.