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Upsettlington Castle (site of)

Upsettlington Castle was a castle belonging to the Bisset family in the 13th century, but nothing of it now remains.

The exact location of the castle has been lost. Some sources state that it was across the River Tweed from Norham Castle while others believe that it was replaced by the 18th century Ladykirk House which was demolished in 1966.

It’s possible that Ladykirk motte may represent the site of the castle given its proximity to Norham, however Upsettlington is distinct from Ladykirk and further west along the river.

I have placed the site of the castle at the site of the former Ladykirk House pending further research.

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Alternative names for Upsettlington Castle

Ladykirk; Ladykirk House; Obsetlingtoun; Old Ladykirk House; Upsecliyntone; Upsetlintoun; Upsettington

Where is Upsettlington Castle?

Upsettlington Castle is in the parish of Ladykirk and the county of Berwickshire.

Grid reference:NT 8871 4593

Lat / long:55.706725,-2.181145

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Weather at Upsettlington Castle

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References (websites)

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Castles near Upsettlington Castle

Ladykirk motte

1.9km away

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Ancient sites near Upsettlington Castle

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Pictish stones near Upsettlington Castle

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Pictish sites near Upsettlington Castle

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Accommodation near Upsettlington Castle

Babingtons Cottage
self-catering cottageColdstream
4.2km away
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5.4km away
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hotelColdstream
7.4km away
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self-catering cottageDuns
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Cafés, restaurants & bars near Upsettlington Castle

Castle Hotel
hotel, bar, restaurantColdstream
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8.6km away
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20.8km away
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caféKelso
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35.9km away
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43.9km away
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caféSelkirk
45.0km away
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Published on the 15th of February 2022 at 6:31 am. Updated on the 15th of February 2022 at 7:14 am.

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