Today, we explore the remains of a Stronghold caught up in the border wars and set in a strategic position; settled above the banks of the River Tweed are the ruins of an commanding, important and striking Norman fortress. The walls echo the stories of the bloody battles, invasions and are scarred with over nine... Continue Reading →
This ruinous stronghold is now a fine example of a small castle close to the border between England and Scotland. It lies in what was formerly a wild and dangerous region, where raiding and warfare were common during the middle Ages. Captured by the Scots in 1513 during James IV’s attempted invasion of England, but... Continue Reading →
Craigmillar castle is a stones throw from the centre of Edinburgh, but never part of the city, this castle is often overlooked and overshadowed by the impressive castles of Edinburgh and Stirling, but genuinely, Craigmillar is one of Scotland’s perfectly preserved castles and historic building that is full with exciting discoveries which was in use... Continue Reading →
We ventured to one of the most evocative and remarkable sights on the Scottish borders. This peel tower scales high up on a hill and dominates over the tweed valley, what’s more interesting about this particular tower is the story behind it, the story which I will tell you as we explore. So why not... Continue Reading →
Your journey begins with a very peaceful walk through the trees of the Dirleton estate where winding paths take you through impeccably maintained flowerbeds and lawns and the castle itself is perched on top of a huge rock outcrop that must have made it an almost impenetrable fortress 800 years ago. Although much of the... Continue Reading →
Formerly a castle that was bitterly fought over during the Scottish Wars of Independence, the Jedburgh Castle Jail & Museum details the history of life in a 19th-century prison. It’s actually considered one of the most haunted jails in the country. Jedburgh Castle Jail, Scotland Jedburgh Castle Jail was built in 1823, purposely resembling a... Continue Reading →
We explore the isolated eerie ruins sitting in the wild and remote hills of Liddesdale between Scotland and England. The lands in which this castle sits on were once the hotspot and heart of the middle march which was known as the bloodiest valley in Britain. The castle has a reputation for being haunted by... Continue Reading →
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