Timpendean Tower, Medieval tower house in Scottish Borders, United Kingdom.
The stone structure rises 29 feet by 24 feet with walls measuring four feet thick, situated between the River Teviot and Jed Water.
The Douglas family controlled this stronghold until 1843, when George, the 12th of Timpendean, sold the property to the Scott family.
The tower exhibits the architectural patterns of 15th-century Scottish defensive structures, with three floors arranged around a central great hall.
Visitors access the tower through the east door, where they can examine the remaining basement fireplace and circular staircase along the east wall.
The structure incorporates strategic earthworks that were filled with water to create a defensive system around the perimeter of the building.
Location: Scottish Borders
GPS coordinates: 55.49630,-2.57840
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:11
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