Hailes Castle, East Linton
In the trees just off the A1 near East Linton near Dunbar lies the ruined 13th century castle of Hailes which is open to visitors all year round for free. The extensive ruin lies on the banks of the River Tyne, which flows past the castle on its way to the North Sea.
Built in 1240 by the Gourlay family, Hailes Castle has featured heavily in the turbulent history of Scotland. Most notably Hailes was home to Mary Queen of Scots just before her ill fated marriage to James Hepburn, Earl of Bothwell. The Queen also stayed at Hailes years before when Henry VIII sent a a small army north to occupy Hailes to force seven year old Mary to marry his son Edward.
Hailes once again came under attack by an English army in 1650 when Oliver Cromwell's troop severely damaged the fortifications. Later in the 17th century Hailes was bought by the Dalrymple family but they abandoned the castle in favour of a country house.
Hailes Castle is now maintained by Historic Scotland - CLICK HERE for more information
Image taken on a Nikon D800, Nikon 17-35mm f2.8 AF-S and Nikon 50mm f1.4 AF-D
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Built in 1240 by the Gourlay family, Hailes Castle has featured heavily in the turbulent history of Scotland. Most notably Hailes was home to Mary Queen of Scots just before her ill fated marriage to James Hepburn, Earl of Bothwell. The Queen also stayed at Hailes years before when Henry VIII sent a a small army north to occupy Hailes to force seven year old Mary to marry his son Edward.
Hailes once again came under attack by an English army in 1650 when Oliver Cromwell's troop severely damaged the fortifications. Later in the 17th century Hailes was bought by the Dalrymple family but they abandoned the castle in favour of a country house.
Hailes Castle is now maintained by Historic Scotland - CLICK HERE for more information
Image taken on a Nikon D800, Nikon 17-35mm f2.8 AF-S and Nikon 50mm f1.4 AF-D
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