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Woodlandslee Tower

Heritage Site in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Woodlandslee Tower

Peebles Rig from Dunslair Heights Whitehope Law (623m) is in view across the valley of the Leithen Water.
Peebles Rig from Dunslair Heights Credit: Jim Barton

Woodlandslee Tower is a historic tower house located in Peeblesshire, Scotland. It is listed as a heritage site due to its architectural significance and historical importance. The tower is situated on a hilltop, surrounded by beautiful countryside, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

The tower was constructed in the 16th century and is a fine example of Scottish tower house architecture. It consists of four stories, with thick stone walls and narrow windows. The tower's original purpose was to serve as a defensive structure, providing protection to its inhabitants during times of conflict.

Over the centuries, Woodlandslee Tower has seen various modifications and additions, reflecting the changing needs and tastes of its owners. The tower has undergone extensive restoration work in recent years to preserve its original features and ensure its structural integrity.

Visitors to Woodlandslee Tower can explore its interior, which has been tastefully furnished to depict the lifestyle and living conditions of its former occupants. The lower floors feature a kitchen and storage areas, while the upper floors house bedrooms and a great hall. The tower also houses a small museum, showcasing artifacts and historical information related to the tower and its inhabitants.

Woodlandslee Tower is a popular destination for history enthusiasts, architecture lovers, and tourists seeking an authentic glimpse into Scotland's past. Its picturesque location and well-preserved structure make it an important heritage site, contributing to the cultural and historical identity of Peeblesshire.

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Woodlandslee Tower Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.688/-3.09 or Grid Reference NT3144. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Peebles Rig from Dunslair Heights Whitehope Law (623m) is in view across the valley of the Leithen Water.
Peebles Rig from Dunslair Heights
Whitehope Law (623m) is in view across the valley of the Leithen Water.
Whitehope View from Dod Hill.
Whitehope
View from Dod Hill.
Looking up the Leithen Water Towards the conifers of Glentress Forest. The background block were newly planted when I walked down that slope in 1987. The name Glentress suggests that the forest was going to be a lot larger, including Dod Hill where I was standing. Glen Tress itself is below and right of the picture and remained unplanted.
Looking up the Leithen Water
Towards the conifers of Glentress Forest. The background block were newly planted when I walked down that slope in 1987. The name Glentress suggests that the forest was going to be a lot larger, including Dod Hill where I was standing. Glen Tress itself is below and right of the picture and remained unplanted.
Leithen Hopes The southern slopes of Whitehope Law in the Moorfoot Hills.
Leithen Hopes
The southern slopes of Whitehope Law in the Moorfoot Hills.
Cairn on summit of Whitehope Law near Innerleithen There are no paths to the summit.
Cairn on summit of Whitehope Law near Innerleithen
There are no paths to the summit.
Descending NE by fence from Whitehope Law near Innerleithen
Descending NE by fence from Whitehope Law near Innerleithen
Edge of the woodland at Leithen Lodge The cattle grid marks the edge of the enclosed woodland beyond which the track continues up the Leithen Water valley.
Edge of the woodland at Leithen Lodge
The cattle grid marks the edge of the enclosed woodland beyond which the track continues up the Leithen Water valley.
Leithen Water below Lamb Law The valley is partly open hillside for sheep grazing and partly forested.
Leithen Water below Lamb Law
The valley is partly open hillside for sheep grazing and partly forested.
Road by the Leithen Water The road serves the farms and forestry around the Leithen Water and Wiliamslee Burn. The white cottage is Hunter's Knowe and one of the Bowbeat wind turbines is on the skyline.
Road by the Leithen Water
The road serves the farms and forestry around the Leithen Water and Wiliamslee Burn. The white cottage is Hunter's Knowe and one of the Bowbeat wind turbines is on the skyline.
Track junction at Hunters Knowe The track to the right is not shown on the 1:25,000 map, but it is likely to have been put in before bringing in the wind turbines to Bowbeat. The sign advises that the road is 'liable to icing'.
Track junction at Hunters Knowe
The track to the right is not shown on the 1:25,000 map, but it is likely to have been put in before bringing in the wind turbines to Bowbeat. The sign advises that the road is 'liable to icing'.
Leithen Water at Hunters Knowe The cottage at Hunters Knowe; two pied wagtails were close by.
Leithen Water at Hunters Knowe
The cottage at Hunters Knowe; two pied wagtails were close by.
Clear-felled area, Leithenwater Forest Trees felled here have revealed a view of the Leithen Water and Williamslee to the left. The heather-clad ridge across the valley is Lamb Law.
Clear-felled area, Leithenwater Forest
Trees felled here have revealed a view of the Leithen Water and Williamslee to the left. The heather-clad ridge across the valley is Lamb Law.
Felled area above Williamslee Burn A view down the hillside along the edge of a felled area - most of this valley has been planted and logging is taking place further up the glen.
Felled area above Williamslee Burn
A view down the hillside along the edge of a felled area - most of this valley has been planted and logging is taking place further up the glen.
Upgraded forest road, Williamslee Hope The road surface has been spread with crushed stone and compacted in preparation for logging work.
Upgraded forest road, Williamslee Hope
The road surface has been spread with crushed stone and compacted in preparation for logging work.
Fauld Cleuch Rig A section of clear felled forest on Fauld Cleuch Rig in Williamslee Hope.
Fauld Cleuch Rig
A section of clear felled forest on Fauld Cleuch Rig in Williamslee Hope.
Fauld Cleuch Contrasting sides of the forestry by the small burn in Fauld Cleuch.
Fauld Cleuch
Contrasting sides of the forestry by the small burn in Fauld Cleuch.
Forest road in Williamslee Hope The road climbs at a gentle gradient around the 450m contour on the W side of Williamslee Hope. The distinctive steep col (centre) is Leithen Door, Glentress Forest.
Forest road in Williamslee Hope
The road climbs at a gentle gradient around the 450m contour on the W side of Williamslee Hope. The distinctive steep col (centre) is Leithen Door, Glentress Forest.
Craigie Cleuch Several dry shaly gullies at the head of Craigie Cleuch, at the upper edge of the forestry plantation.
Craigie Cleuch
Several dry shaly gullies at the head of Craigie Cleuch, at the upper edge of the forestry plantation.
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Woodlandslee Tower is located at Grid Ref: NT3144 (Lat: 55.688, Lng: -3.09)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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