Full of history and romance, Brackenhill Tower is unique as being the only Scottish peel tower (fortified house) standing now on English soil, situated in the heart of what was once "the debatable lands" now just in England but practically right on the border with Scotland and only 6 miles from the romantic Wedding capital of Scotland Gretna Green.
The present tower, dating from the 16th Century, stands in its own grounds with ample car parking facilities and acres of landscaped gardens - relax and unwind in your own hot tub spa, overlooking the gardens. Brackenhill Tower is the perfect location for a holiday exploring the Scottish Borders, the North of England and the nearby Lake District, or a perfect venue for your wedding accommodation after a Gretna Green Wedding.
The present tower, dating from the 16th Century, stands in its own grounds with ample car parking facilities and acres of landscaped gardens - relax and unwind in your own hot tub spa, overlooking the gardens. Brackenhill Tower is the perfect location for a holiday exploring the Scottish Borders, the North of England and the nearby Lake District, or a perfect venue for your wedding accommodation after a Gretna Green Wedding.
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Formerly this area was known as the Debatable Lands. An area notorious for it's inter family feuds and cross border allegiances, neither Scotland or England had any control over the Debatable Lands and as the name suggests neither country was keen to claim this lawless area. The Tower was built in 1584 by the infamous border reiver Ritchie Graham on the site of an earlier tower perhaps dating back to the 13th Century.
Brackenhill is the perfect location for a luxury break or holiday exploring the Scottish Borders, the North of England and the nearby Lake District, or a perfect venue for your wedding accommodation after a Gretna Green Wedding. Relax and unwind in your own hot tub jacuzzi set in a pergola in the grounds.
Brackenhill Tower is situated only six miles from your Gretna Green Wedding ~ you can return to Brackenhill as King and Queen of your own Castle. The prefect accommodation for parties of 10 or up to 16 with the adjoining Jacobean Cottage. The Wedding feast can be arrange within the great hall if required by our approved out side caterers, cars, musicians, practically any thing you desire can be arranged to make your day the best it can be.
Brackenhill Tower is the perfect location for a holiday exploring the Scottish Borders, the North of England and the nearby Lake District, or a perfect venue for your wedding accommodation after a Gretna Green Wedding. Ideally situated for walkers with the Southern Upland Way, Annandale Way, Moffat and Beattock hills and the Moffat walks on the doorstep.
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Nana Fifield
Dec 28, 2021
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John Jeffrey
Aug 30, 2021
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Joanne Caden
Jun 30, 2021
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Trieda Hill
Sep 07, 2018
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This review can only give 5 stars. This place should have 10. In all my years of travel I have never been in such a beautiful place. Took a party of 10 here and had the most amazing time. The owners couldn’t do enough for us. They had thought of every single last detail. There was even a beautiful gift basket waiting on our arrival. Clean and perfectly set out with the best atmosphere. Would recommend this place to everyone. If you are looking for something with class and not looking for a “stag” break then this is the place to be and they don’t charge the earth. 10/10
Michael Tate
Jun 23, 2018
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Kevin Gunn
May 30, 2018
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