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09/04/2024

Beautiful day for the scenic drive to Moffat!

The development of Moffat was based on 3 separate ‘industries’: sheep; as a staging post between England and Edinburgh; and as a Spa Town.

Moffat has no less than 3 wells scattered in the hillsides surrounding the town, but it is the Moffat Well that brought it fame and prosperity. It was discovered by Rachel Whiteford in the 17th century and word soon spread of the water’s efficacious properties, despite its vile sulphurous [rotten eggs] taste and smell. Moffat was one of only a handful of Spa Towns in Scotland and was spoken of in the same terms as the more famous Harrogate and Bath in England.

https://visitmoffat.co.uk/explore-moffat/history

22/03/2024

Dryburgh abbey was established by Premonstratensian canons in 1150. Hugh de Moreville, Constable of Scotland and Lord of Lauderdale, had invited them to this idyllic spot from Alnwick Priory, Northumberland. (Moreville was himself an incomer from England.)

Dryburgh exudes peace and tranquillity. Both the spiritual and domestic homes of the brethren remain largely complete.

The abbey did suffer four savage attacks, however – the most famous in 1322. Edward II’s soldiers turned back to set fire to Dryburgh having heard its bells ringing out as the English army retreated.

The church is a fine relic of Gothic architecture, particularly the warm-pink sandstone transepts flanking the presbytery.

The cloister retains its feeling of privileged enclosure. Its highlight is the 13th-century chapter house – both its painted wall plaster and wonderful acoustics survive.

Also had a wander over to the Dryburgh yew. This well proportioned yew tree was supposedly planted by monks in 1136, predating the abbey and making it nearly 900 years old. Due to its relatively modest girth there has been some discussion as to whether it really is this old. However, historical records show a slow growth rate suggesting that there is indeed a good chance that it is the original tree.

There is so much more history to explore at Dryburgh abbey did you know... it is also burial-place of Sir Walter Scott. Well worth a visit!

22/02/2024

Stunning walk near Cockburnspath, John Muirs Link.

https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/lothian/dunbar-dunglass.shtml

Everything you'd want forest, waterfalls, sandy and pebble beaches! And that's just a tiny part of this beautiful trail. If your brave enough the path will take you from Cockburnspaths all the way to Helensburgh!

https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/john-muir-way.shtml

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16/01/2024

St Andrew's Tower, said to be the oldest standing building in Peebles. The ruins of St Andrew's seem to have been left as the focal point of what became the main graveyard in Peebles. The surrounding graveyard is home to a number of interesting old gravestones carrying a range of symbols of mortality. Some of the oldest gravestones and carvings have been set into, or stand next to, the base of the tower itself.

06/01/2024

Wonderful clear night tonight, Lilliesleaf, Scottish Borders.

My kind of Friday night, spent under the stars 🤩

04/01/2024

What a view 🎆

Late Happy New Year Post!

Hope 2024 is good for you all!

14/11/2023

Perched on top the tallest sequoia tree at The Presidents Route near Kelso, a buzzard calls out to claim his territory 🦅

25/10/2023

Mushroom finds in Selkirk 💜

12/10/2023

Its October and things are getting spooky at Greyfriars Kirkyard!

The haunted grounds are known for the legend of Greyfriars Bobby, as a Poltergeist hideout and is seemingly the inspiration for J.K Rowlings, Harry Potter novels. Take a look around you may recognise several names on the tombs like Potter, McGonagall, Moodie, Black and even Tom Riddle!

31/08/2023

Wow 💙 Tyninghame beach was magnificent last night, no another person in sight, beautiful sky and reflections and a great view of the Blue moon coming up over the horizon!

28/08/2023

The Royal mile, Edinburgh.

A busy and bustling during a fringe weekend.

The Royal Mile runs through the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, connecting the magnificent Edinburgh Castle, perched high on a base of volcanic rock.

The Tollbooth Kirk in the background now renamed 'The Hub'. In the mid-19th century, the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland had been meeting in St Giles' Cathedral.

Today it is the home of the Edinburgh International Festival and is the central ticketing office, information centre and a performance venue for the International Festival.

06/08/2023

Beautiful sunset, looking over Selkirk, Scottish Borders.

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