Kirkhope Tower, Tower house in Ettrick Valley, Scottish Borders, GB.
Kirkhope Tower rises four floors high with a garret floor above the parapet, constructed from local stone with a square foundation and small windows.
The tower dates from the early 16th century when Scottish Parliament required landholders in the Borderlands to construct fortified structures for defense purposes.
Walter Scott of Harden, a Border Reiver, made this tower his residence, establishing its place in Border ballads and regional folklore.
Visitors need to contact the owner directly to arrange visits, as unaccompanied tours are not permitted and access to the parapet remains restricted.
The ground floor features vaulted construction with a small door designed for barricading, while oak-joisted timber floors divide the upper living quarters.
Location: Scottish Borders
Location: Kirkhope
GPS coordinates: 55.51526,-2.98542
Latest update: March 22, 2025 05:33
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