The Top 6 Castles around Hobkirk
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 6
beautiful castles to choose from around Hobkirk. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Hobkirk. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: November 3, 2025
Jedburgh Abbey
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If you're passing through the town, you can't miss the striking profile of Jedburgh Abbey. Built in the 12th Century, it's one of four abbeys established in the Scottish Borders …
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Fatlips Castle
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This is a 16th century tower commanding amazing views of the Teviot and towards Jedburgh, Denholm and Hawick. Sometimes it's just called Minto Tower; why it is affectionally called "Fatlips" apparently remains a mystery!
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Hermitage Castle
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Hermitage castle has a reputation as the most sinister and atmospheric castles in Scotland.
It's a foreboding site from the roadside. Known as “the guardhouse of the bloodiest valley in …
It's a foreboding site from the roadside. Known as “the guardhouse of the bloodiest valley in …
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Hermitage Castle
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You can't miss Hermitage Castle if you're passing by bike, car or foot. The semi-ruined castle was built in the 13th Century and has been of paramount importance in the …
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Jedburgh Castle and Jail
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Demolished castle that was a strategic battleground in the Scottish wars of independence. Demolished and turned into a reform prison, it's now a museum. Amazing view down to Jedburgh.
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