📜 Heavily modified remnants of a late 12th or early 13th-century castle, reconstructed as a folly in the 18th century. A Scheduled Ancient Monument, it commands fine prospects across the Merse and was historically used as a beacon to warn of invasion. # Why Go 🏰 Explore a historic castle with 800 years of changes and medieval ruins 🏞️ Enjoy outstanding panoramic views of the surrounding landscape 🚶 Easy access by stairs, open year-round and free to visit 📚 Learn about its role in Anglo-Scottish wars and Napoleonic Wars 🐾 Dogs on leads are welcome # Why Avoid 🐑 Free-roaming sheep, watch for droppings on stairs/ruins 🚽 No public toilets, restaurants, or shops on site (public toilets available in Kelso town centre, 11-minute drive) # Tips 🅿️ Small free car park for four cars at the entrance/base of the hill 💰 Small donation in honesty box appreciated for maintenance 🚪 Close gate to prevent livestock access # Cost 💰 Free to visit, donations welcome. # Hours 🕒 Open year-round, during reasonable daylight hours.