Hume Castle, Berwickshire, United Kingdom

Hume Castle is the heavily modified remnants of a late 12th- or early 13th-century castle of enceinte held by the powerful Hume or Home family, Wardens of the Eastern March who became successively the Lords Home and the Earls of Home.

Standing as it does, on an impressive height above its eponymous castleton, it commands fine prospects across the Merse, with views to the English border at Carter Bar. It had historically been used as a beacon to warn of invasion. Its enormous walls were created in the 18th century but remnants of the central keep and other features can still be seen.

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P G (7 months ago)
Great location with stunning views for miles. Even though weather wasn't that good still managed to get some great drone footage.

John Sproul (8 months ago)
It is a wonderful castle that is worth driving to. It is not huge, so it will not take up too much of your time, but the views are breathtaking. It does have a spot where you can go up on the wall, so that is an enjoyable experience. There is parking nearby.

Ken Davidson (10 months ago)
May be a bit of a fake castle, as in was rebuilt as a folly. However the views are spectacular and on a clear day the distances you can view are incredible Well worth a visit to take on the eariness of the wind blowing and imagine how it may have looked back in the day. Stunning place.

Doron Finkelstein (10 months ago)
Nice castle wall remains. An impressive view of the area. Easy climb from the parking lot. The parking lot is very small and only has room for a few standard-sized vehicles. There are no toilets. No ticket needed, there is a donation box for those interested.

Roy Isserlis (12 months ago)
Lovely castle walls to climb up to with incredible views

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