Ashkirk

Settlement in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Ashkirk

Ashkirk is a small village located in the historic county of Roxburghshire in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. Situated in the picturesque Ale Water valley, it lies approximately 7 miles southwest of Hawick and 5 miles northeast of Selkirk.

The village is known for its charming rural setting, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields. It is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a range of activities such as hiking, cycling, and fishing. The nearby River Ale is renowned for its trout fishing, attracting anglers from across the country.

Ashkirk is home to a tight-knit community, and its village hall serves as a hub for local events and gatherings. The village also has a primary school, providing education for the younger residents.

Historically, Ashkirk has strong ties to the textile industry, which was once a thriving part of the region's economy. Many locals were employed in the local mills that produced wool and tweed fabrics.

In terms of amenities, Ashkirk offers limited services, with a pub, a post office, and a small shop catering to the basic needs of residents and visitors. However, for a wider range of amenities, the nearby towns of Hawick and Selkirk are easily accessible.

Overall, Ashkirk is a tranquil village that offers a peaceful escape from the bustling city life, with its natural beauty and friendly community making it an attractive place to live or visit.

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Ashkirk Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.488097/-2.8463469 or Grid Reference NT4621. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A symbolic gravestone in Ashkirk Parish Churchyard

This 18th century stone, which is leaning forwards, displays the classic symbols of mortality with crossed femur bones, a horizontal hourglass and a death’s head skull. A winged soul at the top of the stone is a symbol of immortality representing the human spirit.

Walter Baxter

He was only 363 when he died

The inscription on this Crawford gravestone in Ashkirk Parish Churchyard is interesting and amusing because the 18th century mason has carved the age of Robert Crawford as 363 when he died. The inscription reads: HERE LYES JOHN CRAWFORD LATE TENNENT IN DRAYDIAN WHO DIED MAY 26 1744 AGID 78 Also Robert Crawford Son late tenant in Branksholme Town who died Sept 7 1767 Aged 363 years For a view of the other side of the stone, see NT4622 : A symbolic gravestone in Ashkirk Parish Churchyard.

Walter Baxter

Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket G4410

This can be found on the wall of the foundations of a demolished farm building at Ashkirktown. For more detail see : Link

Peter Wood

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark with Rivet

This can be found in the driveway to Dryden Stables. For more information see : Link

Peter Wood

Milestone Edinburgh 43 miles (re-positioned)

This milestone once stood beside the A7 at NT 475 230 but during re-alignment of the road was discarded. The owner of Dryden Stables found it in a ditch and re-positioned it on his driveway. A bit of history preserved.

Peter Wood

Woodland path, Easter Essenside

A short stretch of woodland before the hill pasture to the north.

Richard Webb

Yellow road, Easter Essenside

Richard Webb

A farm house and other buildings

A quick shot from the car - I had not noticed the wire across the image of the farm buildings.

Malcolm Neal

The edge of Ashkirk

The village of Ashkirk is very spread out but does have a small concentrated group of houses near the junction with the A7. This picture was taken just on the edge of the village close to the Ale Water which is the stream / burn that runs through the village.

Malcolm Neal

Swans on Synton Loch

The whooper swans on the left and mute swans on the right were viewed in early December. For a view of the loch and boathouse, see NT4820 : Synton Loch.

Walter Baxter

Newly resurfaced forest road. Ashkirk Hill

Martin Dawes

Woodland and rough grazing, large pond in the bottom

From B A Way on forestry road

Martin Dawes

Gate onto forest road Ashkirk Hill forest

Martin Dawes

Borders Abbeys Way through Salenside Plantation

Martin Dawes

Access road from Salenside Shiel

It bridges the Ale Water then out onto a minor road

Martin Dawes

The Ale Water toward Ashkirk

Martin Dawes

Wrapping bales of hay in field with tractor

A one man operation. From B A Way

Martin Dawes

Wrapping bales of hay in field with tractor (2)

Picks a second bale up while first is being wrapped, when wrapped dropped off the back and the second bale brought up to start wrapping, a one man operation

Martin Dawes

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Ashkirk is located at Grid Ref: NT4621 (Lat: 55.488097, Lng: -2.8463469)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders