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If you, or any of your party have a new persistant cough, or develop a fever of 38C, we would instead advise you to use the NHS's dedicated website for professional advice.

Black Middens Bastle House

A fortified farmhouse with thick stone walls, of a type distinctive to the troubled 16th century Anglo-Scottish borders. The living quarters were only accessible at first floor level.
Set in splendid walking country, on the Reivers Route cycle trail.

  • Currently: Sunny intervals, 8° C
  • Friday: Sunny intervals, 12° C
  • Saturday: Medium-level cloud, 10° C