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Description: A unique example of a magnificent Scottish Castle built in 1846. Restored and fully lived in as a family home. Ownership: Private Situation OS ref: NT 933613 How to get there: By car: Two miles south of Eyemouth on the B6355. By public transport: Regular bus service from Berwick upon Tweed to Reston via Eyemouth. Seasonal opening details (2010): 23rd May til...
Type: Historical-Buildings
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Description: Remains of the Norman parish church of Chirnside can still be seen as a blocked window in the lower part of the western tower and as an ornamental doorway through the south wall. Sundial dated 1816, situated on skewputt. Church rebuilt in 1878 and major restoration and alterations in 1907. Ownership: Church of Scotland Situation OS ref: NT 870560 How to get there: ...
Type: Archaeological-Sites
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Description: Probably erected about 1612, when King James VI granted the village status as a Burgh of barony, although local tradition states that it is older, having been erected to commemorate the marriage of King James IV to Margaret Tudor of England. Carvings show the Scottish Thistle and the Tudor Rose. Ownership: Public access Situation OS ref: NT 774711 How to get there: ...
Type: Archaeological-Sites
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Description: Cockburnspath Church was originally a dependant chapel of Coldingham Priory. The current building was extensively rebuilt after the ravages which followed its original construction in the 16th century. Major renovation in 19th century. Unusual short round tower at one end of this rectangular building. Ownership: Church of Scotland Situation OS ref: NT 774710 How to...
Type: Archaeological-Sites
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Description: Founded in the early 12th century by monks from the Benedictine Monastery at Durham it was attacked frequently over the centuries with Cromwell leaving it a smoking ruin in 1648 as he moved north into Scotland. Little remains of the original, but fragments of the south transept and cloister can be seen. Parts of the 13th century choir remain to their full height. After extensive ...
Type: Archaeological-Sites
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Description: This is the most prominent house in Eyemouth. Built about 1760, this 18th century merchants house, originally built by James and John Adam has a long connection with the smuggling trade. Ownership: Gunsgreen House Trust Situation OS ref: NT 947645 How to get there: By car: Within Eyemouth town. By public transport: Regular bus services from Berwick upon Tweed. ...
Type: Historical-Buildings
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Description: This promontory was fortified in 1547 by invading English troops and again in 1557 by French forces acting on behalf of the Scottish king. The two lines of ramparts, with bastions and gun emplacements, can still be traced in the grass-covered earthworks. The headland provides a spectacular viewing point for the cliffs and their nesting seabirds. Ownership: Public Access Si...
Type: Archaeological-Sites
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Description: A two-storey barn which was used for storing the grain which was the tithe or teind (tenth part) payable to the church. Ownership: In the care of Historic Scotland Situation: OS ref: NT 931558 How to get there: By car: In Foulden, which is 4 miles south east of Chirnside on the A6105, Chirnside to Berwick upon Tweed road. By public transport: Regular public transpor...
Type: Archaeological-Sites
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Description: Formed by an extinct volcano, St Abbs Head is the best known landmark along the Berwickshire coast. Home to thousands of nesting seabirds in summer, it is also home to a wide range of other wildlife. A new remote camera facility allows visitors to the Nature Reserve Centre to eavesdrop on the nesting birds. Ownership: National Trust for Scotland Situation OS ref: NT 914...
Type: Visitor-Attractions
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Smokehouse Gallery Description: Friendly Gallery in the heart of Eyemouth. Wide range of art, jewellery, ceramics and cards. Work from local artists and further afield. Regular changing exhibitions. Ownership: Private Situation OS ref: NT 944642 How to get there: By car: In Eyemouth By public transport: Regular buses from Berwick, Duns and Edinburgh. Seasonal opening...
Type: Crafts
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Description: One of the few East Coast harbours which is still fully working. Picturesque, with its new fish market where auctions are still carried out. Viewing area. Visiting yachts and pleasure craft are afforded a warm welcome with secure berthing and modern facilities. Ownership: Situation OS ref: NT 948645 How to get there: By car: Within Eyemouth town. By public transpo...
Type: Visitor-Attractions
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Description: Newly opened museum/exhibition telling the story of mankind afloat. Films and slide shows in what was the old fishmarket, now being redeveloped in the form of a 18th century frigate. A series of exhibitions will portray a human interest story about the sea the current one is about captain William Bligh and "The Bounty". Ownership: Private Situation OS ref: NT ...
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Description: Newly refurbished museum, which has a major tapestry detailing the fishing disaster of 1881. Exhibitions for farming, milling, wheelwrighting and blacksmithing. Ownership: Charitable Trust. Self-financing Situation OS ref: NT 944642 How to get there: By car: Within the town of Eyemouth in the Auld Kirk, Manse Road. By public transport: Town is well served by Pub...
Type: Museums
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Description: Number Four Gallery is a relaxed and informal contemporary space, home to an ever-changing programme of inspiring and original contemporary art works. Ownership: Private Situation OS ref: How to get there: By car: From the A1 north and south, follow the signs to Coldingham, local services and St Abbs Head Nature reserve. Number Four gallery is situated 200 yards on...
Type: Visitor-Attractions
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