Cavers Carre

Settlement in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Cavers Carre

Lilliesleaf Parish Church The first church on this site was said to be built in 1110 and replaced in 1430. The present church was built in 1771 and extended in 1883 and 1910 with the addition of a bell tower. This photo was taken at 11.50 on Christmas Day. — Lilliesleaf Parish Church Credit: Walter Baxter

Cavers Carre is a small rural settlement situated in Roxburghshire, a historic county in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. Nestled in the picturesque countryside, Cavers Carre is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, providing a tranquil and scenic environment for its residents.

The settlement is characterized by its quaint and traditional architecture, with charming stone-built houses and cottages dotting the landscape. The community maintains a close-knit atmosphere, fostering a strong sense of community spirit among its inhabitants.

Cavers Carre is located a short distance from the town of Hawick, which offers a range of amenities and services, including shops, schools, and healthcare facilities. The settlement benefits from its proximity to the River Teviot, which runs nearby, providing opportunities for fishing and water-based activities.

For nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, Cavers Carre offers easy access to the stunning natural beauty of the Scottish Borders. The surrounding area boasts numerous walking and hiking trails, allowing residents to explore the breathtaking scenery and enjoy the peace and tranquility of the countryside.

While Cavers Carre may be a small and quiet settlement, it offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle for those seeking a retreat from the hustle and bustle of urban living. With its scenic location and strong community spirit, Cavers Carre is a charming place to call home.

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Cavers Carre Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.525654/-2.7143623 or Grid Reference NT5526. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lilliesleaf Parish Church

The first church on this site was said to be built in 1110 and replaced in 1430. The present church was built in 1771 and extended in 1883 and 1910 with the addition of a bell tower. This photo was taken at 11.50 on Christmas Day.

Walter Baxter

Lilliesleaf Churchyard

This view of the southeast part of the churchyard was taken from the entrance to the Riddell burial aisle.

Walter Baxter

A symbolic gravestone at Lilliesleaf Churchyard

The head of the winged soul on this lichen-covered portrait headstone is missing.

Walter Baxter

Mixed farmland at Lilliesleaf

The fields were viewed from the B6400 opposite Lilliesleaf Parish Church.

Walter Baxter

A gravestone detail at Lilliesleaf

This is the top part of an 18th century wall monument gravestone in an enclosure at Lilliesleaf Parish Churchyard. The portrait figure represents the deceased holding a book to show religious devotion, while the menacing figure on the left is a symbol of mortality, a crown-wearing skeleton, the King of Terrors, holding an hourglass and a dart. It was difficult to make anything out on the inscription below. There is an almost identical stone at Roberton Cemetery NT4314 : A gravestone detail at Roberton.

Walter Baxter

Sewage treatment plant, Lilliesleaf

Near the east end of the village on the lane down to the Ale Water.

Jim Barton

Ale Water at Lilliesleaf

Looking upstream from the Jubilee footbridge.

Jim Barton

Jubilee Bridge, Lilliesleaf

The bridge carries a path over the Ale Water with access westwards to a field track to Riddell or eastwards to meet the B6453 road to Midlem.

Jim Barton

Field track to Riddell

A track through farmland to the estate at Riddell. Compare with NT5325 : Field track, Lilliesleaf taken here on my previous visit in the soggy July of 2012.

Jim Barton

Lilliesleaf main street

The bulk of the village is along one street on the B6359, though there is a back road on the south side.

Jim Barton

Village hall, Lilliesleaf

The inscription below the clock reads 'Currie Memorial Public Hall'. For a closer view please see Walter Baxter's photograph NT5325 : Clock on Lilliesleaf Village Hall.

Jim Barton