Hidden Histories Of The Scottish Borders

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Castlehill Tower: Watching The Manor Water

Castlehill Tower: Watching The Manor Water15 oct12 min

<p>In this episode of <em>Hidden Histories of the Scottish Borders, </em>we explore Castlehill Tower, which sits about 5 kilometres south west of Peebles. </p><p>Overlooking Manor Water, this ruined fifteenth-century tower house reveals a story of Border Reivers, beacon warnings and Covenanter connections. Discover the families who owned it, its formidable defences, and the unanswered questions surrounding its eventual abandonment.</p><p><br></p><p>Music credits: All music from https://<a href="http://pixabay.com"><u>pixabay.com</u></a></p><p><br></p>