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YETHOLM |
Yetholm |
The County Map
New Statistical Account
Fullerton's Gazetteer |
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Yetholm is sometimes written Zetholm, Zettin, Yettam & Yetham; which last is probably the original name of the parish. It seems to be derived from the Scoto-Saxon work Yet or 'Gate,' Signifying a gate or road, and obviously connected with the Anglo-Saxon word Zeat, Zete, Zate, porta - Yetholm is a border parish, and the Villages of Town and Kirk Yetholm are separated from England by a Valley one mile in length, and about a quarter of a mile in breadth, which, in former times, must have presented a very easy access or entrance from one country to the other; so that Yetholm or Yetham may signify the hamlet or dwelling upon the great entrance from England, or the adjointing part of Northumberland, into Scotland.
It is bounded on the East - for upwards of 6 miles - by [Continued on page 2] |
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Parish of Yetholm
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YETHOLM (PARISH) |
Yetholm (Parish) |
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[Continued from page 1] the Parish of Kirknewton in the County of Northumberland; on the NW [North West] by Linton Parish; and on the West & S [South] West by Morebattle parish, the two latter being within Roxburghshire - The extent of the parish is two miles in breadth and four in length & ranges from N.W [North West] to S E [South East] - the acreage is - The general aspect & outline of the parish is hilly, tho' [though] none of the hills are of any great elevation; the highest probably not exceeding 700 or 800 feet above the level of the sea. The lower hills are cultivated; and the higher, which are a portion of the Cheviot range, are clothed with a rich green sward to their summits, affording excellent pasture to many thousands of Sheep. [Continued on page 3] |
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YETHOLM |
Yetholm |
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[Continued from page 2] Several peaceful and romantic little Valleys lie encompassed amid these hills; and the Vale of Bowmont itself, in which nine-tenths of the inhabitants reside, is only a longer Vale of the same description - That part of this Vale which lies in the parish of Yetholm two mile long and from a quarter to nearly half a mile in breadth, and appears encircled on every side by hills, except in the East, where it opens into England. Towards the middle of this Vale, and near the village of Town Yetholm, another valley, or tract of low level ground, the opposite Sides of which rise to a considerable elevation, branches off in a westerly direction towards Yetholm Loch - There are several British Forts or Camps within this parish, generally fortified with two fosses and ramparts, are probably two or three hundred yards in diameter, and from their situation must have been very strong and impregnable fortifications - On a little spot of ground, now a peninsula, & sometimes covered [Continued on page 4] |
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Parish of Yetholm
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YETHOLM |
Yetholm |
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[Continued from page 3] with water, but at one probably an Island of Yetholm Loch, there formerly stood one of those old Towered or Castle so frequent in the South of Scotland - It was the Baronial residence of the Kers of Lochtower, a branch probably, of the Kers of Cessford, or the Roxburgh family - This ancient tower and the surrounding scenery suggested to the author of Waverley, the picture he draws of "Avenel Castle" in the Monastery - see note at the end of the 7th Vhapter, Vol [Volume] II - "Kirk Yetholm" has long been known & somewhat celebrated as the residence of the largest Colony of Gipsies in Scotland - The only Villages in this parish are Town Yetholm" & "Kirk Yetholm," in both of which there has usually a Baran Bailie; one appointed by the Marquis of Tweedale, the other by Mr Wauchop of Niddrie. The Superior of the Villages - [Continued on page 5] |
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YETHOLM |
Yetholm (Parish) |
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[Continued from page 4} In Town Yetholm there as formerly a weekly market, which is now discontinued. Kelso, Coldstream and Berwick are the nearest weekly markets. There is a Communication by Courier between Kelso, & Yetholm 5 days a week -
The parish church is situated in Kirk Yetholm, and as part of the population is distant from it more than two miles. It is a neat modern structure built of dark Colored granite The stipend may be laid down at £260.00 per annum -
The Glebe consists of from 18 to 20 acres one half of which is excellent land, and can be let at a rental of £25.0.0. yearly - The parish school house erected in 1833, is without exception, the handsomest building of the Kind in the county. and the amount of the teacher's fees may be £30.0.0 a year; but makes £6.0.0 a year as Clerk to the Heritors. His salary is [Continued on page 6] |
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YETHOLM |
Yetholm (Parish) |
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[Continued from page 5] is the maximum, or two chalders of oatmeal - There are also two unendowed Schools in the parish, one in "Town Yetholm," and the other in "Kirk Yetholm"- The fees at all the schools per quarter are, for reading, 2/6; for reading & writing, 3/-; for reading. writing & arithmetic, 3/6; Latin, Greek, practical mathematics, & geography 10/6 - Latin & Greek are not taught in the private schools - There is no portion of Yetholm within any other Parish - There is no portion of any other Parish, within that of Yetholm - |
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Parish of Yetholm
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CHERRYTREES |
Cherrytrees
Cherrytrees
Cherrytrees
Cherrytrees |
County Map
Mr Herbert
Revd [Reverend] James Baird
The County Map |
010.16 |
A large and commodious mansion house with, a well laid out garden and shrubberies attached; there is also a very large farm steading near the house, with a large arable farm, which is farmed by the proprietor, A Brack Boyd, Esqr. |
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VENCHEN HILL |
Venchen Hill
Venchen Hill
Venchen Hill |
R. Oliver Esqr
James Melrose
Mr Herbert |
010.16 |
A hill on the farm of Venchen, about half-a-mile south west of Castle Law, it is covered with good rough pasture and is the properth of _ Wauchop Esqr. of Niddrie. |
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Parish of Yetholm
Sheet 10 No 16
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THIRLESTANE HILL |
Thirlestane Hill
Thirlestane Hill
Thirlestane Hill |
R. Oliver Esqr
James Melrose
Mr Herbert. |
010.15; 010.16 |
A hill in the farm of Thirlestane, a short distance from the mansion house of Cherrytrees; there are several plantations of mixed wood on it; the rest being all cultivated; it is the property of A Brock, Boyd Esqr. of Cherrytrees. |
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THIRLESTANE SMITHY |
Thirlestane Smithy
Thirlestane Smithy
Thirlestane Smithy |
Mr John Bennett Tenant
Mr Herbert
James Melrose |
016.03 |
A smithy with a dwelling house and garden attached, situated on the north side of the road from Kelso to Yetholm; it is the properthy of A Brock Boyd Esqr of Cherrytrrees, and tenanted by John Bennett. It is also known as "Catch-a-penny" |
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Parish of Yetholm
Sheet 10 No 15
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WIDEOPEN MOOR |
Wideopen Moor
Wideopen Moor
Wideopen Moor |
Mr James Melrose Wideopen
Mr William Herbert Yetholm
R Oliver Esqr Venchen |
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A large tract of land, on the farm of Wideopen, covered with rough and heathy pasture, extending from near the farm steading, to the county boundary. |
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WIDEOPEN |
Wideopen
Wideopen
Wideopen
Wideopen |
R Oliver Esqr
James Melrose
William Herbert
The County Map |
010.16 |
A farm steading with cottages for hinds attached, situated on rising ground, in the north part of the parish; there is a large farm attached partly arable, the rest affording good pasture for sheep; - it is let with the fam of Venchen, is the property of _ Wauchope Esq of Niddrie, and tenanted by R Oliver Esqr, who lives at Venchen. |
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Parish of Yetholm
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CASTLE LAW |
Castle Law
Castle Law
Castle Law |
R Oliver Esqr
James Melrose
William Herbert |
010.16 |
A hill on the farm of Venchen, about half-a-mile north of the farm house it is nearly all cultivated but a small portion, near the top of the hill, which is planted with firs, and contains the remains of a British fort. |
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CAMP (Remains of) [Castle Law] |
British Fort (Remains of)
British Fort (Remains of)
British Fort (Remains of) |
R Oliver Esqr
James Melrose
Revd [Reverend] James Baird Yetholm Manse |
010.16 |
On the top of Castle Law, may be seen the remains of a British fort, fortified with five fosses and ramparts, and which from its situation must have been a very strong almost impregnable position. |
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Sheet 10 No 16
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VENCHEN |
Venchen
Venchen
Venchen |
Mr Robert Oliver, Tenant
Valuation Roll
Johnston's County Map |
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A good dwelling house two stories high, with garden and offices and large arable farm attached. A Wauchope Esqr of Niddry. proprietor. |
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OLD VENCHEN T.P. |
Old Venchen Toll Bar
Old Venchen Toll Bar
Old Venchen Toll Bar |
Mr. Robert Oliver
Printed Toll Table
Alexander Young, Occupier |
011.13 |
A small cottage one story high the property of the Road Trustees. |
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YETHOLM MAINS |
Yetholm Mains
Yetholm Mains
Yetholm Mains |
Mr Francis Calder Tenant
Valuation Roll
Johnston's County Map |
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A good dwelling house two stories high with extensive office, gardens and large arable and Sheep farm attached. the property of the Marquis of Tweeddale. |
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Parish of Yetholm
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BOWMONT WATER |
Bowmont Water
Bowmont Water
Bowmont Water |
Mr James Calder, Yetholm Main
Mr William Henderson, Teacher
Johnston's County Map |
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A considerable stream having its source in the Cheviot Hills and flowing in a northerly direction until it unites with the River Till in Northumberland |
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SHOTTON BURN |
Shotton Burn
Shotton Burn
Shotton Burn |
Mr Francis Calder
Mr William Henderson
Mr Robert Oliver |
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A small stream being the continuation of Hatten Burn (after it crosses the English Border) and Tributary to the Bowmont, |
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SHOTTONBURN T.P. |
Shotton Burn Toll Bar
Shotton Burn Toll Bar
Shotton Burn Toll Bar |
Mr Francis Calder
James Dryden, Tenant
Printed Table of Tolls |
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A small cottage one story high the property of the Road Trustees, |
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Sheet 11-13
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CAT CRAIG |
Cat Craig |
Mr. Boyd Cherrytrees
Mr. Herbert Yetholm
Mr Kerr Yetholm |
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A prominent rock in a strip of plantation on the west slope of Thirlestane Hill. |
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CORBIE KNOWE |
Corbie Knowe |
Mr. Boyd
Mr. Herbert
Mr. Kerr |
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A small Knowe partly planted with trees, situate a little to the west of Wideopen farm steading |
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CHAPEL (Site of) [nr Yetholm Mains] |
(site of) Chapel |
Mr Calder Yetholm Mains
Revd [Reverend] John Baird
Mr. Mitchell Kirk Yetholm |
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An old Chapel once stood here, but there are no remains now of the walls or ruins, they having been in the process of cultivation totally erased. some time ago workmen employed draining, came across the old foundations, Mr Calder states that he has seen it mentioned by the name of Foulfall Chapel |
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SHIEL KNOWE |
Shiel Knowe |
Mr Calder Yetholm Mains
Mr Fairbairn Halterburn
Mr Mitchell Kirk Yetholm |
017.01 |
A ridge of land, on the farm of Yetholm Mains, at the base of Burnt Humbleton, with the summit partly planted, the slopes partly arable, and Rough pasture, it is the property of the Marquis of Tweeddale |
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LOCH TOWER (Site of) |
Yetholm Tower (site of)
Lochtower
Loch Tower |
Revd [Reverend] John Baird
James Oliver Esqr Lochtower
Statistical account
Chamber's Caledonia |
016.04 |
On a little spot of ground now a peninsula, but at one time probably an island, of Yetholm Loch there stood one of those old Towers or Castles so frequent in the South of Scotland. it was the residence of the Kers of Lochtower, a branch of the Roxburgh family. it suggested the picture of Avenel Castle in the novel The Monastery. |
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THIRLESTANE TOWER (Site of) |
Thirlestane Tower (site of) |
James Oliver Esqr
Revd [Reverend] John Baird
Statistical account |
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This house belonged to Dr. [Doctor] Scott a physician of Charles II an eminent chemist of his day, a room in this house obtained the name of the Warlock's room from having been used as his laboratory. A flagon of notoriety was long retained here, of which every visitor had to drink the contents, and doubled if his name was Scott which suggested to Sir W Scott. that mentioned in Waverley note to Chap [Chapter] 11th Vol [Volume] 1st. |
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THE SIKE |
The Sike |
Mr Henderson Teacher
Mr William Black Kirk Yetholm
Old legal document |
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A small stream the track of which is barely traceable on the ground. it runs from Wideopen head to Ellesden Burn and is the Boundary dividing England and Scotland. |
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THIRLESTANE BURN |
Thirlestane Burn |
Mr Henderson
Mr George Kerr
James Oliver Esqr |
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A stream that flows from the parish of Linton past Thirlestane Smithy. crosses the road about a mile from Yetholm and falls into Yetholm Loch at its east end. |
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YETHOLM MILL (Corn) |
Yetholm Mill (Corn) |
Revd [Reverend] John Baird
Mr Henderson
Mr George Kerr |
016.04 |
A large Corn and flour mill Situate near the Church and Manse. propelled by a lead from the Bowmont water it is the property of the Marquis of Tweeddale. |
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Parish of Yetholm
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Described by William Boyd
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THE GOAT |
The Goat |
Revd [Reverend] John Baird
Mr Henderson
George Kerr |
016.04 |
A stream or drain that runs nearly parallel to Bowmont Water on the south side of Town Yetholm. it joins the Bowmont a little below the Bridge on Yetholm Haugh |
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DOO BRAE |
Doo Brae |
Revd [Reverend] John Baird
Mr Henderson
George Kerr |
016.04 |
A small part of the road leading past the Free Church from Town Yetholm to Kirk Yetholm it is not known how the name originated: Dou is Scotch for Pigeon. |
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DOOBRAE WELL |
Doobrae Well |
Revd [Reverend] J Baird
Mr Henderson
George Kerr |
016.04 |
A fine spring of water in a small plantation near the Doo Brae, and named from its vicinity to it. |
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FREE CHURCH [Town Yetholm] |
Church (Free) |
Revd [Reverend] J. Baird
Mr. Henderson
Dr [Doctor] Turner |
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A very plain barn like building at the north end of Town Yetholm at that part of the road leading to Kirk Yetholm called the Doo Brae |
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Sheet 16 No 4 Trace 6
Described by William Boyd, Corpl Royal Engs [Corporal Royal Engineers]
Doo Brae [Note] Cushie Dou - The Ring dove - Jamieson's Scottish Dictionary
Dou - A Dove - Jamieson's Scottish Dictionary
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UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH [Town Yetholm] |
Church U.P. [United Presbyterian] |
Revd [Reverend] J Baird
Mr Henderson
George Kerr |
016.04 |
A place of worship belonging to the United Presbyterian denomination the average attendance is 236 |
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POST OFFICE [Town Yetholm] |
Post Office |
Revd [Reverend] John Baird
Mr Henderson
Mr Laidlaw |
016.04 |
The post office business is carried on here within the shop of William Laidlaw, General Merchant. from which letters to all parts are forwarded daily at 6:30 AM. and the return delivery takes place about 3 P.M |
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Parish of Yetholm
Described by William Boyd, Corpl R.E. [Corporal Royal Engineers]
[Entry Scored Out]
City of Glasgow Bank [Note] Business has ceased to be transacted at this Bank. it is therefore exatrd [extracted] from the Place. |
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BRAEHOUSE |
Brae House |
Revd [Reverend] John Baird
Mr Henderson
Mr George Kerr |
016.04 |
A small Cottage with garden attached standing on the high ground. by the side of the road leading to Wideopen it is the residence of a shepherd employed on the estate. |
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VIRTUE WELL |
Virtue Well |
Revd [Reverend John Baird
Mr Henderson
Inscription on Well |
016.04 |
A spring of beautiful clear water enclosed in a handsome stone work with an iron tap, and ladle attached for the convenience of people drinking the water, cut on the stone work of the fountain is the inscription. "Drink and be thankful |
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YETHOLM HALL |
Yetholm Hall |
Revd [Reverend] John Baird
Mr Henderson
Mr Oliver |
016.04 |
A plain but neat dwelling House built of freestone at the northern extremity of Town Yetholm, enclosed in a small shrubbery and vegetable garden, it is the temporary residence of J Oliver Esqr. and the property of A Brack Boyd Esqr. of Cherrytrees |
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SCHOOL [Town Yetholm] |
School (Parish) |
Revd [Reverend] John Baird
Mr Henderson
Dr. [Doctor] Turner |
016.04 |
A plain building standing a little apart from the village and including a convenient dwelling house for the Teacher contiguous with a garden on a slope at the back. it is connected with the Established Church and the pupils which average about 100, are taught the usual branches of Education that are commonly taught in Country Schools. |
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BLUNTY'S MILL (Woollen) |
Blunty's Mill (Woollen) |
Mr Govanlock Manufacturer
Mr Henderson
Mr George Kerr |
016.04 |
A small woolen manufactory on the Kirk Yetholm side of the Bowmont Water, the machinery is driven by water power. it is the property of the marquis of Tweeddale and receives its name from a former tenant named Blunty. |
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Parish of Yetholm
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LOCHTOWER |
Lochtower |
Mr Gibbs, Farmer
The Rev [Reverend] J Baird Minister
Dr [Doctor] Turner, Surgeon |
016.04 |
A substantial looking 2 storied farm-house with farm-buildings attached, situated at the north-east of Yetholm Loch. It is the property of A Wauchope Esqr of Niddrie, and occupied by Mr Gibbs, Farmer. |
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TOD CRAIGS |
Tod Craigs
Yetholm Craigs |
The Rev [Reverend] J Baird. Minister
Mr Henderson, Schoolmaster
Stat acct [Statistical Account]
Dr [Doctor] Turner Surgeon
Mr Gibbs Farmer |
016.04 |
A precipitious and rocky portion of a glen near Yetholm Law, on the farm of Lochtower, the glen consists chiefly of fir trees and whins, and has afforded Shelter to the tods (foxes) hence the name Tod Craigs. |
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THIRLESTANE |
Thirlestane
Thirlestane
Thirlestane
Thirlestane
Thirlstane |
The Rev [Reverend] J Baird Minister
Mr Henderson Schoomaster
Stat. acct. [Statistical Account]
Dr [Doctor] Turner, Surgeon |
016.04 |
A small farm-Steading with dwelling house in pretty good repair, the property of A B Boyd, Esqr of Cherrytrees, the dwelling house is inhabited by two old labouring women. |
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THE STANK |
The Stank |
The Rev [Reverend] J Baird, Minister
Dr [Doctor] Turner, Surgeon
Mr Henderson, Schoolmaster |
016.04 |
A Small artificial or Cut Stream having its source in Yetholm Loch and Extending in an easterly direction until it joins the Bowmont Water, it appears to have been made for the purpose of draining the low ground through which it passes on the north side of the Village of Yetholm, which was formerly, it is said Covered with water. - |
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YETHOLM LOCH |
Yetholm Loch |
Mr Gibbs, Farmer
The Rev [Reverend] J Baird, Minister
Dr [Doctor] Turner Surgeon |
016.03 |
A sheet of water about a mile and a half in circumference situated about 1 1/2 miles from Yetholm and 1/4 mile south of the road leading from Yetholm to Kelso, it is very much concealed by the surrounding hills, it is said to abound with fish, particularly peret[?] |
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Parish of Yetholm
Sheet 16, Plan 4
Described by William [?] |
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PLOUGH INN [Town Yetholm] |
Plough Inn |
Revd [Reverend] John Baird
Mr Purvis
Mr McCullum Tenant |
016.04 |
A nice respectable country Inn and the first house of entertainment in Town Yetholm, where there is good accomodation for travellers and suitable stabling for horses it is the property of A Wauchope Esq,r. of Niddrie. and rented by Mr McCallum. |
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SWAN INN [Town Yetholm] |
Swan Inn |
Revd [Reverend] John Baird
Mr Purvis Tenant
Sign on front of Inn |
016.04 |
A public house of third rate description nearly opposite the Plough Inn there is the usual accomodation common to country public houses it is the property of A Wauchope Esqr of Niddrie and tenanted by Mr Purvis. |
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NAG'S HEAD (Temperance Inn) [Town Yetholm] |
Nag's Head Temperance Inn |
Revd [Reverend] John Baird
Mr Henderson
Sign on front |
016.04 |
A small house of public entertainment conducted on temperance principles where travellers may obtain refreshment and their Cattle fed, it is of very unpretending appearance being small of one story with thatched roof - |
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Sheet 16.4 Trace 6
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COUNTY POLICE STATION [Kirk Yetholm] |
County Police Station |
Revd [Reverend] John Baird
Mr Henderson
Mr. George Kerr |
016.04 |
This is merely the residence of a Constable belonging the County of Roxburgh rural police, with a public notice in front. it is furnished with Cells where prisoners. can be detained for one night they being in all cases forwarded to Jedburgh on the following day. |
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GIRLS' SCHOOL [Town Yetholm] |
School (Girls) |
Revd [Reverend] J Baird
Mr Henderson
Mr. George Kerr |
016.04 |
A school for female children exclusively, supported by school fees & voluntary contribution, the Schoolmistress having beside a government allowance & certificate besides the usual educational course, sewing &c is taught |
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PUBLIC LIBRARY [Town Yetholm] |
Public Library |
Revd [Reverend] John Baird
Mr Henderson
Sign on front |
016.04 |
A circulating library which is supported by the Subscriptions of the members, and is their property it is situate in Town Yetholm in the same building as the Nag's Head temperance Inn |
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Parish of Yetholm
Sheet 16 No 4 Trace 6
Described by William Boyd Corp RE [Corporal Royal Engineers] |
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TOWN YETHOLM |
Town Yetholm |
Revd [Reverend] John Baird
Mr Henderson Teacher
Statistical Account |
016.04 |
A well built village of considerable size, situated in a pleasant valley at the north base of the Cheviot Hills and 7 1/2 miles distant from Kelso here there are three Inns (of which one is Temperance), Post Office, Public Library and a station for the Co [County] Police. The rest comprises tradesmen, Cottiers, and Feuars or small Farmers who have houses in very long leases and rent a portion of land from the ower [owner] of the soil. A large wool and Lamb fair is held here in the month of July annually. The entire Village is the property of Andrew Wauchope Esqr of Niddrie. |
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YETHOLM HAUGH |
Yetholm Haugh |
Revd [Reverend] John Baird
Mr Henderson
Mr George Kerr |
016.04 |
A tract of land extending from the junction of "The Stank" with Bowmont Water along the banks of the latter in a westerly direction for about a mile. It is composed of Rough pasture interspersed with Furze, and is let as common to the Feuars of Yetholm who pasture Cattle thereon, at a stated price per head annually. it is the property of A Wauchope Esqr, of Niddrie. |
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Parish of Yetholm
Sheet 16-4 Trace 6
Described by William Boyd, Corporal Royal Engs [Engineers] |
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CHURCH [Town Yetholm] |
Church (Parish) |
Revd [Reverend] John Baird
Mr Henderson
Dr [Doctor] Turner |
016.04 |
A neat modern structure built of dark colorerd granite on the site of the old Church. It is attended by an average by 410 persons. the rent of Glebe valued at £25. Stipend £260.0.0 per annum, Stone coffins have been dug up in the Burial ground contiguous |
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MANSE [Town Yetholm] |
Manse |
Revd [Reverend] John Baird
Mr Henderson
Dr [Doctor] Turner |
016.04 |
A large respectable looking villa at a short distance from the parish Church, enclosed in a neat and tastefully laid out garden and shrubbery it is the residence of the parish Minister. |
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GLEBE [Town Yetholm] |
Glebe |
Revd [Reverend] John Baird
Mr Henderson
Dr [Doctor] Turner |
016.04 |
Three small fields at the linth side of the Manse, which belong to the Church, and forms part of the Clergyman's yearly salary. Accordingly these lands may be let or they may be farmed by the Clergyman. |
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Parish of Yetholm
Sheet 16-4, Trace 6
Described by William Boyd, Corp R.E. [Corporal Royal Engineers] |
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HALTER BURN |
Halter Burn
Halter Burn
Halter Burn |
Mr Francis Calder, Yetholm Main
A. Fairbairn, Halterburn
Gilbert Burn, Shephard |
017.01 |
A small stream having its source from the Cheviot range of Hills and flowing in a northerly direction until it enters Northumberland, which it takes the name of Shotten Burn, |
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SHIELKNOWE BURN |
Shielknowe Burn
Shielknowe Burn
Shielknowe Burn |
Mr Francis Calder
A. FAirbairn
Gilbert Burn |
017.01 |
A small stream tributary to Halter Burn, |
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HUMBLETON SIKE |
Humbleton Sike
Humbleton Sike
Humbleton Sike |
Mr Francis Calder
A. Fairbairn
Gilbert Burn |
017.01 |
A small stream tributary to Halter Burn |
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Parish of Yetholm
Sheet 17-1
Collected by C. E. Hewitt, Sapr RE [Sapper Royal Engineers] |
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SHIELKNOWE PLANTATION |
Shiel Knowe Plantation
Shiel Knowe Plantation
Shiel Knowe Plantation |
Mr Francis Calder
A. Fairbairn
Gilbert Burn |
017.01 |
A small plantation of fir trees the property of the Marquis of Tweeddale, |
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GREEN HUMBLETON |
Green Humbleton
Green Humbleton
Green Humbleton |
Mr Francis Calder
A. Fairbairn
Gilbert Burn |
017.01 |
A considerable hill on the farm of Yetholm Mains and affording good pasturage, |
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CAMP [Green Humbleton] |
Camp (British)
Camp (British)
Camp (British) |
Mr Francis Calder
A Fairbairn
T. H. Tait, Teacher |
017.01 |
An ancient encampment of an irregular shape on the summit of Green Humbleton and supposed to be of British Origin, |
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Sheet 17-1
Collected by C. E. Hewitt, Sapr RE [Sapper Royal Engineers] |
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SCHOOL [Kirk Yetholm] |
School (endowed)
School (endowed)
School (endowed) |
Revd [Reverend] J. Baird
Mr T. H. Tait,
Mr William Henderson Schoolmaster |
017.01 |
A commodious room with house and garden attached, This school is endowed by the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland with £15 per annum and also with a grant of £5 per annum from the Heritors of the parish. Average number of scholars 80, |
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TINKLER'S ROW |
Tinklers Row
Tinklers Row
Tinklers Row |
Revd [Reverend] J. Baird
Mr T. H. Tait
Mr William Henderson |
017.01 |
A row of mean looking cottages one story high inhabited chiefly by Tinkers, Muggers, Horrnspoon and Basket makers. being the descendants of the original stock of Gipsies that once infested this part of the country, |
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THE LOANINGS |
The Loanings
The Loanings
The Loanings |
Revd [Reverend] J. Baird
Mr T. H. Tait
Mr William Henderson |
017.01 |
A number of small patches of arable land the property of the feuars of Kirk Yetholm. |
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Parish of Yetholm
Sheet 17-1
Collected by C. E. Hewitt, Sapr. RE [Sapper Royal Engineers] |
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GRAY HORSE (P.H.) [Kirk Yetholm] |
Grey Horse
Grey Horse
Grey Horse |
Mr T. H. Tait. Teacher
Mr P. Govanlock, Yetholm
Robert Walker, Yetholm |
017.01 |
A public house two stories high, with garden and stables attached. The property and in the occupation of Mrs E Govanlock, |
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PLOUGH INN [Kirk Yetholm] |
Plough Inn
Plough Inn
Plough Inn |
Mr T. H. Tait
Robert Walker
Sign Board |
017.01 |
A public house two stories high, with stable and garden attached. in the occupation and property of Mrs Jane Richardson, |
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CROSS KEYS (P.H.) [Kirk Yetholm] |
Cross Keys
Cross Keys
Cross Keys |
Mr T. H. Tait
Robert Walker
Sign Board |
017.01 |
A public house two stories high, with stable attached, the property and in the occupation of Mrs Agnes Dickson, |
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Parish of Yetholm
Sheet 17.1
Collected by C E Hewitt, Sapr RE [Sapper Royal Engineers]
Gray Horse [Note] Gray English Dictionary |
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KIRK YETHOLM |
Kirk Yetholm
Kirk Yetholm
Kirk Yetholm |
Revd [Reverend] J. Baird
Johnston's County Map
Mr T. H. Tait Teacher |
016.04 |
An irregular built village Consisting chiefly of Cottages one story high and thatched, There is neither a Butcher or Baker in the village but there are a few small shops for groceries and three Public Houses. The village has been noted for some Centuries as the Headquarters of a Tribe of Gipsies but very few of the descendants of the original tribe are now remaining. The Marquis of Tweeddale is superior of the Manor. The Church and P [Public] School are within the village. |
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STAEROUGH HILL |
Steroch
Steroch
Steroch
Stae Roughhill
Staerugh-hill
Stae Rough Hill
Staerough Hill |
Revd [Reverend] J Baird
Mr T. H. Tait, Teacher
Mr William Henderson, Teacher
Mr Glass Hayhope
Lease of Hayhope Farm
Map of Estate
Charles Robson Esq Kelso Factor |
017.01 |
A Considerable hill on the farm of Yetholm Mains a portion of which is steep and rugged, The origin of the name is not known, it is the property of John Waldie, Esqr. Hendersyde Park |
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Sheet 17-1
Collected by C. E. Hewitt, Sapr. R.E [Sapper Royal Engineers]
Staerough Hill adopted |
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HALFWAYHOUSE |
Halfwayhouse
Halfwayhouse
Halfwayhouse |
Mr James Calder, Yetholm Mains
Gilbert Burn, Occupier
A Fairbairn, Halterburn |
017 |
An old thatched cottage one story high on the farm of Yetholm Mains, the property of the Marquis of Tweeddale, |
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RINGS PLANTATION |
Rings Plantation
Rings Plantation
Rings Plantation |
Mr Francis Calder
Gilbert Burn
A Fairbairn |
017.01 |
A small plantation of mixed wood on the farm of Yetholm Mains and the property of the Marquis of Tweeddale. |
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BURNT HUMBLETON |
Burnt Humbleton
Burnt Humbleton
Burnt Humbleton |
Mr Francis Calder
Gilbert Burn
A. Fairbairn |
017.02 |
A considerable hill on the farm of Yetholm Mains the pasturage on which in Summer is very scant and brown from which it derives its name as being burnt |
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Sheet 17-1
Sheet 17-2
Collected by C. E. Hewitt, Sapr. R.E [Sapper Royal Engineers] |
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STELL PLANTATION |
Stell Plantation |
Mr Henderson Teacher
Mr Laidlaw
Mr George Kerr |
010.12 |
A long strip of plantation on the farm of Wideopen, named from an old stell that once stood on the site of the plantation. it is the property of Andrew Wauchope Esqr of Niddrie. |
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HUMBLETON SWYRE |
Humbleton Swyre |
Mr Henderson Teacher
Mr William Black Kirk Yetholm
Old legal document in possession of Mr Black |
007.02 |
A ridge or neck of Burnt Humbleton at the top of Countrup Sike connecting the above hill with that of Boldside in Northumberland, this is a very old name and is not now generally known |
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COUNTRUP SIKE |
Countrup Sike |
Mr William Black
Dr [Doctor] Turner
Old legal Doccument |
011.13; 017.01; 017.02 |
A small stream or sike running in a hollow between Burnt Humbleton and Boldside and joining the Halterburn at the base of the hills. it crosses the wall forming the Boundary between the Countries and has some parts in Yetholm and others in Northumberland |
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Parish of Yetholm
Sheet 10 No 12 Trace 6
Sheet 17 No 2 Trace 4
Described by William Boyd, Corporal R.E. [Royal Engineers] |
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THE GRAY STONE |
The Gray Stone |
Mr Henderson Teacher
Mr William Black
Old legal document |
017.02 |
A prominent Rock of the boundary between Scotland and England well known and referenced to in old legal writings. It lies between Stob Rig and Humbleton Swyre |
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OXPOOL |
Oxpool |
Mr Henderson Teacher
Mr William Black
Old document dated 1723 |
017.06 |
A part of Yetholm Common where an ox pool has probably existed at one time though no feature now exists that can be shown, the name is still used when defining the Boundary - and is inscribed on the Place in Consequence of this - |
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THE TWO GRAY STONES |
The Two Gray Stones |
Mr Henderson Teacher
Mr William Black
Old legal document |
017.06 |
Two small stones of impressive size and appearance that lie on the boundary between England & Scotland in a valley by the side of a Burn that flows from Maddies Well into Northumberland - |
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Parish of Yetholm
Sheet 17 No 2 Trace 4
Sheet 17 No 6 Trace 1 & 2
Described by William Boyd Corporal R.E. [Royal Engineers] |
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DUNCANHAUGHMILL |
Duncanhaugh Mill
Duncanhaugh Mill
Duncanhaugh Mill |
Mr. James Govanlock Tenant
Mr. Glass Hayhope
County Map |
016.08 |
A small dwelling house with a flour mill, and offices, and small arable farm attached; it is situated on the west side of the Bowmont Water, is the property of Wauchope Esqr. of Niddrie, and tenanted by James Govanlock. |
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HAYHOPE |
Hayhope
Hayhope
Hayhope |
Mr. Glass Tenant
Mr James Govanlock
County Map |
016.08 |
A neat dwelling house two storeys high with offices, a garden and a small farm partly arable attached; it is situated on the east side of the Bowmont Water, is the property of J. Waldie Esqr, of Hendersyde Park, Kelso and tenanted by Mr Glass. |
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Parish of Yetholm
Sheet 16 No 8
Described by Sapper Montgomery R.E. [Royal Engineers]
Duncanhaughmill - Compounded, as it refers to the whole block of houses, farm &c. |
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YETHOLM LAW |
Yetholm Law
Yetholm Law
Yetholm Law |
New Statistical Account
Mr James Govanlock
Mr Glass. |
016.8 |
A high hill a short distance south west of the village of Yethom;- it is nearly all cultivated but a small portion on the top of the hill. |
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PRIMSIDEMILL |
Primside Mill
Primside Mill
Primside Mill |
Mr Herbert Yetholm
Mr Cockburn Primside mill Old Toll
Mr Glass |
016.08 |
Primside Mill which has offices, and an arable farm attached. the property of His Grace the Duke of Roxburgh is situated in the parish of Morebattle, but a few small cottages situated in the parish of Yetholm, near to Primside Mill, are also known by the name of Primside Mill they are the property of different persons |
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Parish of Yetholm
Sheet 16 No 5
Described by Sapper Montgomerie R.E [Royal Engineers] |
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CAMP (remain of) |
Camp remains of |
Mr Henderson, Teacher
Mr Tirkup
Mr Fairbairn |
017.05 |
A old fort surrounded with an entrenchment of earth and stones. it is situated on the north west slope of White Law. at a short distance from Burnhead farm houses - |
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Sheet 17 No 5 Trace 6 |
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LORDS WELL |
Lords Well |
Mr Herbert Yetholm
Mr Young Yetholm
Mr George Kerr |
016.04 |
A fine spring of water in the drain called "The Stank" on making which the spring was opened by a man nicknamed The lord, it is well known and still retains the name |
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CAMP (Remains of) [E of Kirk Yetholm] |
Camp (remains of) |
Mr Calder Yethom Mains
Revd [Reverend] John Baird
Mr Thomas Mitchell |
017.01 |
The remains of an old entrenchment situate on a rising ground a short distance eastward from Kirk Yetholm village. and belonging to the farm of Yetholm Mains. |
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CAMP (Remains of) [Wildgoose Hill] |
Camp (remains of) |
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The remains of an extensive fort of Camp. on the summit of Wildgoose Hill, it is of irregular appearance varying apparently with the irregularities of the Hill nothing appears to be known relative to it, and the Shepherds who generally now every spot of ground are not aware that it is a Camp though conscious that there is a some peculiarities here. |
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Sheet 16 No 4,
17 No 1 Trace 2
17 No 9 Trace 2
Described by William Boyd, Corpl R.E. [Corporal Royal Engineers] |
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HALTERBURN |
Halterburn |
The Rev [Reverend] J Baird Minister
Mr Henderson, Schoolmaster
Mr F Calder, Farmer |
017.05 |
A two storied farm-house slated, in a very ruinous condition, and farm-buildings attached. the property of the Marquis of Tweeddale and tenanted by Mr F. Calder of Yetholm Mains. |
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DAVIE RIG |
Davie Rig |
The Rev [Reverend] J Baird
Mr Henderson, Schoolmaster
Mr F Calder, Farmer |
017.05 |
A hill of considerable height and length, situated on the west of Halterburn |
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SHIEL KNOWE |
Shiel Knowe |
The Rev [Reverend] J Baird Minister
Mr Henderson, Schoolmaster
Mr F Calder, Farmer |
017.05 |
This names applies to a hill of considerable length situated on the East side of Halterburn. |
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WITCHCLEUCH BURN |
Witchcleuch Burn
Witchcliffe Burn |
The Rev [Reverend] J Baird, Minister
Dr [Doctor] Turner Surgeon
Mr Henderson, Schoolmaster
The Shepherd, residing at Halterburn |
017.05 |
A very small and inconsiderable stream, having its source among the neighbouring hills and joining the Halter burn near Halterburn the Correct pronunciation of this name is rather uncertain and involves a little doubt. the only person I have been able to find by whom the stream is kKown is the Shepherd and he certainly pronounces it Witchcliffe. |
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Parish of Yetholm
Sheet 17.5
Described by William Henderson, Lcn Corpl R.E. [Lance Corporal Royal Engineers] |
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DRYSLACK BURN |
Dryslack Burn |
The Rev [Reverend] J Baird Minister
Dr [Doctor] Turner Surgeon
The Shepherd, residing at Halterburn |
017.05 |
A small and unimportant Stream rising among the hills and emptying itself into the Witchcleugh Burn. |
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YETHOLM COMMON |
Yetholm Common
Yetholm Common
Yetholm Common |
Mr William Henderson, Teacher
William Black, Kirk Yetholm
Robert Walker, Kirk Yetholm |
017.06 |
A tract of moorland, on which the feuars of Kirk Yetholm have the privilege of grazing cattle. |
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WIDEOPEN HEAD |
Wideopen Head
Wideopen Head
Wideopen Head |
Mr William Henderson
William Black
Robert Walker |
017.06 |
A portion of road on Yetholm Common, where it enters the vale of Wideopen in Northumberland. |
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WHITE LAW |
White Law
White Law
White Law |
Mr William Henderson
William Black
Robert Walker |
017.06 |
A considerable hill forming part of Yetholm Common, and with its East base in the Co [County] of Northumberland, |
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Sheet 17-6
Sapper RE [Royal Engineers] |
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WHITELAW NICK |
Whitelaw Nick
Whitelaw Nick
Whitelaw Nick |
Mr William Henderson
William Black
William Kirkup, Burnhead |
017.06 |
An hollow feature of Whitelaw, through which the burn of Yetholm Common runs |
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NORTH DEAN |
North Dean
North Dean
North Dean |
Mr William Henderson
William Black
William Kirkup |
017.06 |
A deep short valley on the farm of Burnhead |
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SOUTH DEAN |
South Dean
South Dean
South Dean |
Mr William Henderson
William Black
William Kirkup |
017.06 |
A deep valley on the farm of Burnhead, |
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Sheet 17.6
Sapper R.E [Royal Engineers] |
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STOB STONES |
Stob Stones
Stob Stones
Stob Stones |
Mr William Henderson, Teacher
William Black, Kirk Yetholm
Robert Walker, Kirk Yetholm |
017.06 |
Two large stones on the County boundary one standing upright about 5 feet above the surface, and the other lying flat upon the surface, The origin of this name is not Known |
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STOB RIG |
Stob Rig
Stob Rig
Stob Rig |
Mr William Henderson
William Black
Robert Walker |
017.06 |
A ridge of moorland, at the north end of it are Stob Stones, from which it derives its name. |
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TUPPIE'S GRAVE |
Tuppie's Grave
Tuppie's Grave
Tuppie's Grave |
Mr William Henderson
William Black
Robert Walker |
017.06 |
This name applies to the grave of a suicide who hung himself about 60 years ago. |
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Sheet 17-6
Sapr RE [Sapper Royal Engineers] |
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ELSDON BURN |
Elsdon Burn
Elsdon Burn
Elsdon Burn |
Mr William Henderson
William Black
Robert Walker |
017.06 |
A small stream having its source on Yetholm Common and flowing in a Northerly direction into Northumberland |
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THE TONGUE |
The Tongue
The Tongue
The Tongue |
Mr William Henderson
William Black
Robert Walker |
017.06 |
A portion of Yetholm Common so named, lying between two hollow features, |
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MADDIE'S WELL |
Maddie's Well
Maddie's Well
Maddie's Well |
Mr William Henderson
William Black
Robert Walker |
017.06 |
A good spring on Yetholm Common, the origin of the name is not known |
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Sheet 17-6
Sapr RE [Sapper Royal Engineers] |
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PRIMSIDEMILL OLD TOLL |
Primesidemill Old Toll
Primesidemill Old Toll
Primesidemill Old Toll |
Mr Adam Cockburn Tenant
Mr William Herbert Yetholm
Mr Glass Hayhope |
016.08 |
A small cottage with a garden attached, situated on the south side of the turnpike road and occupied by Adam Cockburn; there was a toll-bar at one time at this part of the road called Primside-mill Toll from it being near to Primside Mill, but it has been removed, and the house is now well known as Primside Mill Old Toll, and is the property of _ Wauchope Esqr of Niddrie. |
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Windshaw Hill
Windshaw Hill
Windshaw Hill |
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Mr Kirkup Burnhead
Mr Herbert |
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Sheet16 No 8 & 17 No 5
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WHITE LAW |
White Law
White Law
White Law |
Mr Calder Yetholm Mains
Mr Kirkup Burnhead
Mr Glass Hayhope |
017.06 |
A high rocky hill chiefly on the farm of Halterburn, and situated about half-a-mile north east of Burnhead. |
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LATCHLY SIKE |
Latchly Sike
Latchly Sike
Latchly Sike |
Mr William Kirkup
Mr Calder
Mr Glass |
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A small stream having its source on the east side of Latchly Hill, and flowing in a north easterly direction into Halter Burn. |
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THE NEUK |
The Neuk
The Neuk
The Neuk |
Mr William Kirkup
Mr Calder
Mr Glass |
017.09 |
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Sheet 17 No 5 & Sheet 17 No 9
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BUGHT KNOWE |
Bught Knowe
Bught Knowe
Bught Knowe |
Mr William Kirkup
Mr Calder
Mr Glass |
017.09 |
A small hill covered with rough pasture situated about a quarter of a mile south of Burnhead |
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LATCHLY HILL |
Latchly Hill
Latchly Hill
Latchly Hill |
Mr William Kirkup
Mr Calder
Mr Glass |
017.09 |
A high hill covered with rough pasture, situated at the head of the Neuk. |
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BURNHEAD |
Burnhead
Burnhead
Burnhead |
Mr William Kirkup
Mr Calder
Mr Glass |
017.09 |
A dwelling house two storeys high, with offices, a garden, and a large farm, (chiefly pasture), attached; it is occupied by a shepherd, and is situated on the west side of Halter Burn; it is the [Continued on page 48] |
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Parish of Yetholm
Sheet 17 No 9.
Described by Sapper Montgomery R.E. [Royal Engineers]
Bught Knowe [Note] A place in which the Ewes were milked- Jamiesons Scottish Dictionary
Name derived from the Circumstance of Ewes having been milKed here. |
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BURNHEAD |
Burnhead
Burnhead
Burnhead |
Mr William Kirkup
Mr Calder
Mr Glass |
[Continued from page 47] property of Ray Esqr of Mornington and tenanted to Mr Lynn of Mindrum Mill in Northumberland |
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WILDGOOSE HILL |
Wildgoose Hill
Wildgoose Hill
Wildgoose Hill |
Mr William Kirkup
Mr Calder
Mr Glass |
017.09 |
A hill covered with rough pasture situated about half-a-mile south of Burnhead |
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Sheet 17 No 9
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THE PIPER'S FAULDS |
The Pipers Fauld's |
The Rev [Reverend] J Baird Minister
Dr [Doctor] Turner Surgeon
William Kirkup Shepherd |
017.10 |
Near "The Piper's Grave are traces of the Sites of what are Said to have been the piper's faulds. more Satisfactory information I have not been able to obtain, old sheepfolds now useless and so named from being in the vicinity of the Piper's Grave. |
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OLD HATTERBURNHEAD |
Old Burnhead
Old Burnhead
Old Hatterburnhead
Old Hatterburnhead
Old Hatterburnhead |
The Rev [Reverend] J Baird Minister
Dr [Docotr] Turner Surgeon
William Kirkup Shepherd
Mr Henderson Schoolmaster
Mr Tate Schoolmaster |
017.10 |
A small Shepherds-house Slated this property of C Rae Esqr it appears to be in good repair and to be a comfortable dwelling house of this kind, its Situation is near the Source of Hatter Burn on the N. W. [North West] of Sterock and within 1/2 mile of Northumberland, the name used in any writing connected with the parish make use of "Old Hatterburnhead although it more generall called Old Burnhead |
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LATCHLY SIKE |
Latchly Syke |
The Rev [Reverend] J Baird Minister
Mr Henderson Schoolmaster
William Kirkup Shepherd |
017.09 |
A small and inconsiderable Stream having its Source in the neighbouring hills and joining Hatter Burn near Old Hatterburnhead it is only known by this name in the immediate locality. |
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Sheet 17 Plan 10.
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THE SWALLS |
The Swalls |
The Rev [Reverend] J Baird Minister
Mr Henderson Schoolmaster
William Kirkup Shepherd |
017.10 |
A hill having three peaks or Summits its situation is near Old Hatterburnhead and is only known in the locality by this name. |
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STEER RIG |
Steer Rig
Steer Rig
Steer Rig
Steer Rig |
The Rev [Reverend] J Baird Minister
Mr Henderson Schoolmaster
William Kirkup Shepherd
Mr Craig Carburn |
017.10 |
This name applies to a long hill varying in height and dividing the two countries of England and Scotland its length in the parish of Yetholm is nearly a mile and in the parish of Morebattle about 1/4 mile. Vulgarly called Sterock or Storroch |
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THE PIPER'S GRAVE |
The Piper's Grave |
The Rev [Reverend] J Baird Minister
Mr Henderson Schoolmaster
William Kirkup Shepherd
Dr [Doctor] Turner Surgeon |
017.10 |
Rather more than 1/2 a mile from Old Hatterburnhead and little more than 1/4 mile from the boundary between England and Scotland near a wall which divides the parishes of Yetholm and Morebattle is firmly fixed in the Ground a Stone which is said to mark the Grave of a Piper, who is said to have perished in the snow and was buried here in accordance with an old custom where two Lairds' lands join. |
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Sheet 17 Plan 10
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SHEPHERD'S ARMS (Temperance Inn) [Kirk Yetholm] |
Shepherds Arms
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Mr. Fleming Grocer
Mr George Kerr
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A temperance Inn in name, though in reality a common lodging house, and only resorted to by Tinkers and people of the lower order the accomodation, and entertainment are of a kind corresponding to the requirements of the Class, who resort to the house the present occupier is P Mulligan |
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Sheet 17 1 Trace 4
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CHEVIOT HILLS |
Cheviot Hills |
The County Map
The Map of Scotland
The Map of England |
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A range of hills or mountains in the South of Scotland, separating, throughout, a considerable portion of its extent the Kingdoms of England & Scotland. Some regard this chain as commencing at Loch Ryan in the West, & extending with occasional interruptions, to the head of the Northumberland Beaumont; but the Cheviots, commonly so called, lie in the borders of Roxburgh & Northumberland, and may be regarded as commencing a little south of the Village of Yetholm a little to the East of Yetholm parish lies Cheviot Hill in N lat [Northern Latitude] 55°. 29' - 19 miles from Sunderland Parish. This hill, the highest in the range, has an altitude of 2684 feet.- From this point the Cheviouts run in a S.W. [South West] direction, by Carter Fell, altitude 2020 feet, to Peel Hill in N lat, [Northern Latitude] 55°.19' - W long [Western Longitutde] 2°.35'. The principal pass in the range is that Known by the name of Carter-bar, by which the road from Jedburgh to Newcastle enters England. |
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Parish of Yetholm
[Signed] W Beatty
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[Date Stamp] ORDNANACE SURVEY M S STORE 4 MAY1896 SOUTHAMPTON
Co [County] Roxburgh
Name Sheets
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PARISH
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Index to Yetholm Parish
Names -- Pages
Bluntys Mill (Woollen) -- 20
Bowmont Water -- 12
Brae House -- 19
Bught Knowe -- 47
Burnhead -- 47
Burnt Humbleton -- 32
Camp -- 20
Camp (Remains of) -- 10
Camp (Remains of) -- 37
Camp (Remains of) -- 38
Camp (Remains of) -- 38
Castle Law -- 10
Cat Craig -- 13
Cherrytrees -- 7
Cheviot Hills -- 51
Church -- 26
Co [County] Police Station -- 24
Corbie Knowe -- 13
Countrep Sike -- 33
Cross Keys (P.H.) [Public House] -- 30
Davie Rig -- 39
Dow Brae -- 17
Dowbrae Well -- 17
Dryslack Burn -- 40
Duncanhaughmill -- 35
Elsdon Burn -- 44
Free Church -- 17
Girl's School -- 24
Glebe -- 26
Green Humbleton -- 28
Grey Horse (P.H.) [Public House] -- 30
Halter Burn -- 27
Halterburn -- 39
Halfwayhouse -- 32
Hayhope -- 35
Humbleton Sike -- 27
Humbleton Swyre -- 33
Kirk Yetholm -- 31
Latchly Hill -- 47
Latchly Sike -- 46, 49
Loch Tower (Site of) -- 14 |
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Yetholm Parish - Index Continued
Names -- Pages
Lochtower -- 21
Long Stream -- 16
Lords Well -- 38
Maddies Well -- 44
Manse -- 26
Nags Head (Temperence Inn) -- 23
North Dean -- 42
Old Halterburnhead -- 49
Old Venchen T.P. [Turnpike] -- 11
Ox Pool -- 34
Plough Inn -- 23
Plough Inn -- 30
Post office -- 18
Primsidemill -- 36
Primsidemill old Toll -- 45
Public Library -- 24
Rings Plantation -- 32
Shepherd's Arms (Temperence Inn) -- 50
School -- 20
School (Endowed) -- 29
Shiel Knowe -- 39
Shiel Knowe -- 14
Shielknowe Burn -- 27
Shielknowe Plantation -- 28
Shotton Burn -- 12
Shotton Burn T.P. [Turnpike] -- 12
(Site of) Chapel -- 13
South Dean -- 42
Stell Plantation -- 33
Stole Rig -- 43
Stob Stones -- 43
Swan Inn -- 23
Staerough Hill -- 31
Steer Rig -- 50
Steerrig Knowe -- 50
The Goat -- 17
The Loanings -- 29
The Gray Stones -- 34
The Neuk -- 46
The Piper's Faulds -- 49
The Piper's Grave -- 50
The Sike -- 15
The Stauk -- 22
The Swalls -- 50
The Two Gray Stones -- 34
The Tongue -- 44
Thirlestane -- 21
Thirlstane Hill -- 8
Thirlstane Burn --
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Index of Yetholm Parish continued
Names -- Pages
Thirlstane Tower (Site of) -- 14
Tinkler's Row -- 29
Town Yetholm -- 25
Tod Craigs -- 21
Tuppie's Grave -- 43
U P [United Presbyterian] Church -- 18
Venchen -- 11
Venchen Hill -- 7
Virtue Well -- 19
Wideopen -- 9
Wideopen Head -- 41
Wideopen Moor -- 9
Wildgoose Hill -- 48
Windshaw Hill -- 45
Witchcleuch Burn -- 39
White Law -- 41 & 46
Whitelaw Nick -- 42
Yetholm (Ph) [Parish] -- 1
Yetholm Common -- 41
Yetholm Hall -- 19
Yetholm Haugh -- 25
Yetholm Loch -- 22
Yetholm Law -- 36
Yetholm Mains -- 11
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