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Continue reading →: Timpendean Tower: A Glimpse into Scotland’s Border HistoryThis ruined 16th-century Tower House occupies a lonely spot on the western slope of Lanton Moor, approximately 1.5 miles (2.4 km) north west of Jedburgh. The tower, which is surrounded by older earthworks, originally reached a height of four storeys.…
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Continue reading →: Exploring Hermitage Castle: History and LegendsIntroduction: One of the most visually dramatic castles along the Anglo-Scottish border, and stuffed with history. It literally towers above the visitor, evoking awe and reverence that such a structure was built without modern technology. Location: Hermitage Castle is approximately…
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Continue reading →: The turbulent history of Caerlaverock CastleIntroduction Located in Dumfries and Galloway, a few kilometres from the Solway Firth, stands Caerlaverock Castle. Its distinctive triangular layout, complete with a wide moat, grand gatehouse, and imposing battlements, sets it apart from every other medieval stronghold in Scotland.…
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Continue reading →: Corsbie Tower and the CranstounsCorsbie Tower is a ruined 16th-century fortification located in the Scottish Borders. Its broken walls provide a window into the lawless nature of southern Scotland in the 1500s. Indeed, the tower house, situated on elevated ground surrounded by boggy terrain,…
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Continue reading →: The island fortress of Tioram CastleAs locations go, the setting for Tioram Castle is stunning. Standing proudly on the tidal island of Eilean Tioram, it has the beautiful Loch Moidart as its backdrop. In fact, I’d say that Castle Tioram (pronounced “Cheerum”) is one of…
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