Wars & Conflict

Follow the Gododdin riders from Edinburgh to Catraeth around AD 600, through the Borderlands, Welsh poetry, Arthur and Hawick’s Teribus tradition.

Explore Degsastan in AD 603: Æthelfrith, Áedán, the possible Borders battlefield and the struggle that helped create the kingdom of Northumbria.

In this thought-provoking exploration, a visit to Berwick-upon-Tweed—often called the only Scottish town in England—uncovers layers of history, identity, and forgotten heritage embedded in its stones. Once a flashpoint in centuries of Anglo-Scottish conflict, Berwick still echoes with the legacy of Wallace, Bruce, and Edward I.

Why is there a Wallace statue in the Borders? Because without Wallace, there’d be no Border clans, no frontier to defend — no Scottish Borders as we know them. His defiance shaped this land. This monument above Bemersyde isn’t just scenic — it’s sentinel.

A quick, playful Mark Nicol Short built around the old fear and fascination of the Anglo-Scottish frontier.

Mark’s short film turns to Norham Castle on the Tweed, a fortress repeatedly caught in Anglo-Scottish conflict.

Follow the footsteps of William Wallace through the castles, churches, caves, and battlefields of Southern Scotland and the Borders. ⚔️ From Ettrick Forest to St Mary’s Loch, the landscape still echoes with the legacy of Scotland’s Guardian.

In the village of Roxburgh, a crumbling 16th-century tower house draws investigation — often misattributed to William Wallace, but with its own layered past. 🏰 This off-the-beaten-path ruin holds mystery, myth, and a few sharp words about historical mislabelling.

In the wild and remote Gameshope Valley near Talla Reservoir, a journey unfolds in search of a legendary stronghold once linked to William Wallace. 🏔️ Though no grand ruins remain, the landscape itself guards the echoes of rebellion and resistance.

In Galashiels, a 17th-century Latin-inscribed gravestone is translated, revealing a poignant tribute to those lost at the Battle of Dunbar. ⚔️ Hidden in the Gala Aisle, it echoes the voices of Covenanters and a forgotten chapter of Borders history.

After discovering an old engraving of a mysterious standing stone, a search begins through Caddonlee Wood and the slopes of Skirmish Hill to find the lost monument known as the Turn Again Stone. 🪨 Said to mark a moment in the bloody clash between the Scotts and Kerrs after the Battle of Melrose, this forgotten relic may still linger in the shadow of the Eil

Overlooking the tranquil waters of St Mary’s Loch, a journey unfolds into the history of the ancient kirkyard known as the Kirk of the Forest. ⛪️ Once a gathering place for nobles — and possibly where William Wallace was declared Guardian of Scotland — this sacred site holds echoes of medieval power and Borderland legend.

In Galashiels, a search begins for traces of a long-lost drawbridge, once said to span the River Tweed near Lowood — a crossing tied to clan conflict, the Pringle family, and echoes of Flodden. 🌉 Could this forgotten bridge have played a hidden role in the town’s medieval past?

At Norham Church in Northumberland, deep in the Anglo-Scottish borderlands, scars from centuries past still remain — sword marks said to be left by the forces of Robert the Bruce. ⚔️ This quiet church bears silent witness to the brutal clashes of the Wars of Scottish Independence.

We explore the atmospheric ruins of Twizel Castle in Northumberland — a once-formidable stronghold built to guard against Scots incursions along the volatile Anglo-Scottish border. 🏰 Overlooking the River Till, it played a strategic role near the site of the Battle of Flodden.

The new Netflix movie Outlaw King brings the legendary Black Douglas — “Good Sir James” — to the screen, capturing his fierce loyalty to Robert the Bruce and his brutal rise during the Wars of Independence. ⚔️ A fearsome warrior and a true Border son, his legacy lives on in stone at Melrose Abbey and in the blood-soaked annals of Scottish history.

A journey through the Scottish Borderlands uncovers sites linked to William Wallace — from the mysterious Wallace’s Trench to a possible final resting place whispered about in local lore. 🛡️ These landscapes hold echoes of rebellion, sacrifice, and a hero’s enduring shadow.

Investigating the 1388 Battle of Otterburn, a journey traces the footsteps of James Douglas through the Northumbrian hills — right to the site of his final stand. ⚔️ Amid the moorland silence, a rather macabre discovery offers a haunting link to one of Scotland’s most legendary knights.

In the turbulent borderlands of Scotland and England, a search begins for traces of two towering figures — Edward “Longshanks” and William Wallace. ⚔️ From ruined castles to hidden memorials, the landscape still bears witness to their violent clash of empires and ideals.

Driven by the dark legacy of 17th-century religious persecution, a search begins for forgotten mass graves hidden across the Scottish Borders. ⛪ These silent burial sites are grim reminders of the Covenanter martyrs who paid the ultimate price for their faith.

A journey through ruined castles, ancient bridges, and solemn monuments uncovers the tragic story of the Battle of Flodden — the darkest day in Scottish Borders history. ⚔️ Each site tells of loss, loyalty, and a nation forever changed in 1513.

A search for the legendary site of the Battle of Degsastan leads deep into the Scottish Borders, uncovering dramatic landscapes and long-lost clues to one of the earliest recorded Anglo-Scottish conflicts. ⚔️ As the pieces come together, the past feels strikingly close.

Exploring the turbulent history of the Scottish Borders, this journey leads to a search for a forgotten monument commemorating the brave who fought at Ancrum Moor. A powerful reminder of courage, conflict, and lost memory.

Searching for the legendary “Wallace’s Putting Stone” atop Meigle Hill in Galashiels, this journey blends myth, landscape, and a touch of national pride. At the summit, echoes of Scotland’s past meet panoramic views of the Borders.

Explore the lesser-known connections between William Wallace and the town of Galashiels. Was the Guardian of Scotland more present in the Borders than we’ve been led to believe?

Discover the legends that link King Arthur to the Scottish Borders — from ancient battle sites to mythical landscapes. Could this be the true Camelot of the north?

The Battle of Hornshole is more than just a local legend — it’s a bold tale of Borders youth defying English raiders in 1514. 🏹 But how much of it is true, and what has been embroidered over time?