Events

Skirmish Hill, Melrose 1526

Saturday 18th July 2015

 

A guided walk by Melrose Historical & Archaeological Association covering sites associated with this action in July 1526 when Walter Scott of Buccleuch with 800 riders challenged the Earl of Angus over the custody of the 12 year old king James V. The walk takes in Darnick Tower where the boy king watched the action from the battlements, also the "Turn Again Stone" marking the spot where the retreating followers of Buccleuch killed the persuing Kerr of Cessford.


Meet in front of Melrose Parish Church 2.00 pm.

 
 

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