Central Scottish Borders
A Berwickshire town associated with Thomas the Rhymer and the routes through the Leader valley.
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Prehistory & Ancient Borders The Borderlands
A lone standing stone in the Scottish Borders faces directly towards the Eildon Hills — a silent sentinel with a possible deeper purpose. Could it be just one fragment of a vast forgotten temple, aligned with ancient beliefs and celestial forces?
Roman Borders Galashiels & Earlston
A 12-mile trek from Galashiels to Black Hill near Earlston offers a perfect blend of stunning scenery and rich history — from the quiet beauty of Elwyn Glen to views over the ancient Roman site of Trimontium. A journey through landscapes shaped by centuries.
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