Hermitage Castle lies on the border region between England and Scotland. The desolate beauty of this area hides a turbulent and bloody history. For centuries, notably during the late Middle Ages, the English border with Scotland was a lawless and dangerous land fought over for both religious and political reasons. Settlements were scarce and many homes were fortified to protect them from frequent border raids. Situated deep in the Liddesdale valley, the site of Hermitage castle dates back as far as the mid-13th-century. Records indicate that Edward I, King of…
