Mills, New

Settlement in Berwickshire

Scotland

Mills, New

Mast at Blackchester Overlooking Lauderdale. — Mast at Blackchester Credit: M J Richardson

Mills is a small village located in the county of Berwickshire, in the southeastern part of Scotland. It is situated near the border with England, making it an important hub for trade and transportation between the two countries. The village is nestled in a picturesque setting, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green countryside.

Mills is known for its rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to ancient times. The area was once a thriving center for the textile industry, hence the name of the village. The old mills, which were instrumental in the production of textiles during the Industrial Revolution, still stand as a testament to the village's industrial past.

Despite its small size, Mills offers a range of amenities to its residents and visitors. There is a local primary school, a community center, and a small selection of shops and businesses that cater to the everyday needs of the population. The village also boasts a charming pub, where locals and tourists alike can relax and enjoy traditional Scottish cuisine.

The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and fishing. The nearby River Tweed is renowned for its excellent salmon fishing, attracting anglers from far and wide.

Mills is a peaceful and welcoming village, offering a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its rich history, natural beauty, and friendly community make it an attractive destination for those seeking a taste of rural Scotland.

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Mills, New Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.732009/-2.765899 or Grid Reference NT5249. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Mast at Blackchester

Overlooking Lauderdale.

M J Richardson

Looking over Lauderdale from Blackchester

The road to the farm, and a low tension electricity supply line and transformer.

M J Richardson

Footpath sign at Blackchester

Part of the Lauder paths network. The locomotive logo relates to the Lauder Light Railway, which ran nearby.

M J Richardson

Barley field in Lauderdale

Looking west from the A68 towards Blackchester.

M J Richardson

Barley field in Lauderdale

Looking southwest from the A68 towards hedgerow trees.

M J Richardson

Drive to Lauderhaugh

A Lauderdale farm, off the A68.

M J Richardson

Wheat at Newbigging Walls

Looking northwestwards in Lauderdale

M J Richardson

Looking across Lauderdale

From a wheat field at Newbigging Walls. Leaderhaugh is across the river.

M J Richardson

Cut-leaved Cranesbill in a field gateway

Geranium dissectum, one of about 20 UK species of Geranium, but few have leaves dissected to this extent. Flowering has finished, but there are plenty of fruits - five reddish, pointed sepals, a ring of five dark seeds, with a dark beak protruding from the centre of the ring [the 'cranesbill']; several are visible in the image, and see Link and Link. Not the 'Geranium' of florists and gardeners - they are Pelargoniums Link

M J Richardson

Old milepost

The most northerly Smith Patterson post on the Kelso to Edinburgh route at Newbigging Walls. It is on the west-side verge of the A697 opposite one of the farm buildings. A prime subject for digging out and repainting as it gets rustier and rustier as the years pass NT5350 : Old Milepost by the A697, Newbiggins Walls There is another MP marked on the 2007 OS 50000 a mile further north but it cannot now be found. It was photographed in the 1980s, well painted although quite sunken. White top, black stem as this one.

Chris Minto