Holydean Castle

Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Holydean Castle as Castle (medieval), Well (period Unknown). The official map says its point is accurate as follows: NGR given to the nearest 1m. The record does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.

Holydean Castle was a medieval stronghold, likely built in the late 13th or early 14th century, and is associated with the de Holydean family, who held lands in the area during the Scottish Wars of Independence. It is remembered as an example of small feudal castle architecture in rural Scotland and for its historical ties to local landholding in the Borders region.