Torwoodlee Tower: Raids, Reivers and Covenanters

<p>In this episode of Hidden Histories of the Scottish Borders, we explore the fascinating story of Torwoodlee Tower near Galashiels. </p><p>Discover how this impressive sixteenth-century tower house became entwined with the violent world of the Border Reivers, the devastating aftermath of the Battle of Flodden, bitter clan feuds, and the religious upheavals that shaped seventeenth-century Scotland. Follow the fortunes of the Pringle family as they endured murder, political persecution, exile and eventual restoration during one of the most turbulent periods in Scottish history.</p><p>Today, Torwoodlee Tower stands as one of the Scottish Borders&#39; lesser-known historic sites. Join host David as he uncovers the stories behind this hidden landmark and explains why it remains an important reminder of Scotland&#39;s past. </p><p>For more information about Torwoodlee Tower and other fascinating historic places across the Borders, visit <a href="https://thistleandtime.scot/">https://thistleandtime.scot</a>.</p><p><u>Music in this Podcast</u></p><p>&quot;A Kind of Hope&quot; &quot;At The End Of All Things&quot; and &quot;Discovery&quot; All by Scott Buckley | https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley</p><p>Royalty Free Music by https://www.free-stock-music.com</p><p>Creative Commons / Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)</p><p>https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/</p>