Borthwick Castle, Gate Piers

Gate Pier(s) (period Unassigned)

Why this matters

Borthwick Castle, Gate Piers are associated with Borthwick Castle, a historic stronghold built by the de Borthwick family in the 14th century, later held by the Douglas family. The gate piers are important as remnants of a significant medieval fortress linked to key Scottish noble families and historical events.

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What is recorded here

Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Borthwick Castle, Gate Piers as Gate Pier(s) (period Unassigned). 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.

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