Blanerne Castle, Tower house ruins near Preston, Scotland.
The stone remains of Blanerne Castle include a kitchen block and guard house situated along the north bank of Whiteadder Water.
The Earl of Hertford destroyed Blanerne Castle during the military campaign known as the Rough Wooing in 1544, leaving only partial structures standing.
A traditional Berwickshire song references Blanerne alongside Bunkle and Billie castles, marking their construction during the reign of King David I.
The surrounding estate offers 560 yards of river frontage for fishing salmon, sea trout, and brown trout throughout the fishing season.
The Lumsdaine family maintained ownership of Blanerne Castle for over four centuries until 1920, making it one of the longest-held family estates.
Location: Scottish Borders
Location: Bunkle and Preston
GPS coordinates: 55.80020,-2.26984
Latest update: March 6, 2025 02:08
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