Hoppringle
Castle (Medieval)(Possible)
Site Name Hoppringle
Classification Castle (Medieval)(Possible)
Canmore ID 54635
Site Number NT45SW 14
NGR NT 4332 5107
Datum OSGB36 - NGR
Permalink http://canmore.org.uk/site/54635
- Council Scottish Borders, The
- Parish Stow
- Former Region Borders
- Former District Ettrick And Lauderdale
- Former County Midlothian
NT45SW 14 4332 5107.
There are the remains of an ancient castle at Hoppringle.
NSA 1845
Hoppringle farmhouse is situated on the site of an old castle, a portion of the wall, about 4' thick, forming part of the stable.
Name Book 1853
Hoppringle farm, now deserted, is at NT 4332 5107. There is no trace of a castle to be seen.
Visited by OS (BS) 8 August 1975
Sbc Note (21 March 2016)
Visibility: This was the site of an archaeological monument, which may no longer be visible.
Information from Scottish Borders Council