It witnessed the Border Reivers and the Rough Wooing, and its laird was charged with murder.  Whitslaid Tower was one of several strongholds held by the influential Lauder family, who played a significant role in local Border politics for around 300 years.

It witnessed the Border Reivers and the Rough Wooing, and its laird was charged with murder. Whitslaid Tower was one of several strongholds held by the influential Lauder family, who played a significant role in local Border politics for around 300 years.

It witnessed the Border Reivers and the Rough Wooing, and its laird was charged with murder. &nbsp;Whitslaid Tower was one of several strongholds held by the influential Lauder family, who played a significant role in local Border politics for around 300 years.

The Secrets of Whitslaid Tower

Hidden Histories of the Scottish Borders uncovers the forgotten stories behind the region’s most fascinating castles, tower houses, and historic ruins. Journey through the Scottish Borders as each episode explores a single site, revealing its dramatic past, the powerful families who lived there, and the conflicts that shaped it.
From the lawless days of the Border Reivers to bloody raids, civil wars, and tales steeped in folklore, this podcast brings history vividly to life. New episodes are released every week, all hosted by David.
For further information, see https://thistleandtime.scot

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Hidden Histories of the Scottish Borders uncovers the forgotten stories behind the region’s most fascinating castles, tower houses, and historic ruins. Journey through the Scottish Borders as each episode explores a single site, revealing its dramatic past, the powerful families who lived there, and the conflicts that shaped it. From the lawless days of the Border Reivers to bloody raids, civil wars, and tales steeped in folklore, this podcast brings history vividly to life. New episodes are released every week, all hosted by David. For further information, see https://thistleandtime.scot

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