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Hume Castle
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The present castle was built in 1789 as a folly to enhance the view from Marchment House, about 8 miles to the North East, for Sir Hugh Hume, 3rd Earl of Marchmont. it was built on the ruins of a much larger older castle dating back to the 13th Century. It is easy to imagine the strategic importance of this earlier castle, when you view the landscape all around. It must be one of the most beautiful views in Southern Scotland. The Castle is open all year round and is free. There is a small car park below it. Please visit the Castle's website for more details and history.
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Mike S
Cupar, UK30 contributions
Super views
May 2021
Super ruined castle on the top of a hill with magnificent views all round. Easy parking for cars or, in our case, bikes and easy ascent to the castle which is very well kept.
Written 29 May 2021
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Bibcay
Gateshead, UK4,393 contributions
Fab
Aug 2020
This is a epic castle. It doesn’t look like a castle but still go because I had the time of my life. The view is fab too and watch your step because there are tons of sheep poo.
Written 29 August 2020
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GwynethG306
Duns, UK132 contributions
Hilltop Hume
Aug 2019 • Friends
This sturdy stronghold stands proud on its hilltop setting with extensive views of local countryside. You just need to use your imagination about how the castle might have looked in its heyday and the sort of action that must have taken place centuries ago! Close your eyes and listen out for the clamour of battles past , the yells of incoming reivers and troopers trying to gain a foothold in this border fortress! A favourite place of Sir Walter Scott.
Written 4 September 2019
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Andrew G
Oxford, UK93 contributions
Och Aye, The Great Alarm
Aug 2019
Hume castle is obviously very overlooked as a monument to the little known but very obvious manner in which the Scots looked out for the English in time gone by. Because of it's remote location i am sure that this wonderful monument is often overlooked for it's part in advanced warning and therefore is little visited which is such a shame as the views around the surrounding countryside are unmatched. T ake time to come here read the legend and then take a tour up to the highest levels, you will not be disappointed
Written 10 August 2019
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Jamie-and-Heather
Aberdeen, UK141 contributions
Scenic Castle, brilliant views
Sep 2018 • Couples
We were driving through the area and spotted Hume Castle so decided to go for a visit. There was a small car park at the entrance to the field and information signs just through the gate. While the castle is a ruin the views are spectacular so we would definitely recommend stopping if passing by. It is quite a steep path up to the castle but only a very short walk.
Written 24 September 2018
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John M
Duns, UK62 contributions
One of the older castles
Aug 2018 • Friends
This not your usual "Historic Castle" site. There is not much left but the history makes it worth a visit. Good parking but a bit of a walk, not the best for less able people. It was the home of Sir Alec Douglas Home's family previously. and there is a bit of an archaeological dig taking place at the moment
Written 24 August 2018
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david h
Gateshead, UK194 contributions
This is a longstanding attraction with little amenities.
Jun 2018 • Family
It is what it is no cost and a perspective of why its there through history. A very important appreciation of the borders and Scottish culture .It is easy to spend monies without getting anything this is not the case it is worth a visit and looking into the history.
Written 1 July 2018
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EdinburgerStu
Gorebridge, UK113 contributions
Simple Castle
Mar 2018 • Couples
The views are great and there’s hardly any walking from the car park to get up to the castle. It’s also free. The castle is simply walls and a viewing point. If in the area it’s worth a visit.
Written 29 March 2018
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LymondSevigny
Chippenham, UK30 contributions
Fantastic view across the Merse
Oct 2017 • Solo
Hume Castle had a prominent place in the history of the eastern Borders, and the views from its (fake) ramparts tells so much about the area. You can see all the way south to the Cheviot, east towards Berwick and east towards Jedburgh - and you can see the castle from all over as well.
Very windswept, there's a small car park you reach via winding country lanes - the castle is your marker.. What you see is an 18th century folly rather than the original mediaeval walls, so it feels a little strange - it is also very different from the more traditional tower castles of the Borders. Worth digging into its history.
Written 6 February 2018
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Grand Junction, CO460 contributions
Simple castle ruins on the hill
Sep 2017 • Couples
This sweet little ruin in the countryside was a delight to photograph. Plenty of wide faced sheep to act as a foreground. Round corners and saw toothed top border. The view from the top of the castle over the farmlands of the Borders area was beautiful. A really nice place to photograph in the late evening light.
Written 5 November 2017
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