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http://www.tweedforum.com/projects/heritage/built/dryhope
Tweed Forum - Dryhope Tower
Peruse statement regarding the current poor condition of the castle and description of the building including the barrelled roof. Also offers colour photographic record.

http://freespace.virgin.net/elaine.rigby/drhpt.htm
Blackett-Ord - Dryhope Tower
Read short engineers report on this tower constructed in the 16th century and is now a Scheduled Ancient Monument requiring urgent attention. Includes colour image.

http://members.tripod.com/~ferniehurst/kerr3.htm
Doug Bridge Studios - Ferniehurst Castle
Inquire into the 'Green Lady' who haunts this castle that was started in 16th century and comprises of towerhouse with wing extensions. Includes several photographs.

http://www.castleuk.net/castle_lists_scotland/73/newarkcastle.htm
CastleUK - Newark Castle
Investigate this interesting oblong stone tower house built 15th century with caphouse addition in 16th century. Also includes an image of the site, map, and access details.

http://www.scottishbordersheritage.co.uk/iris/iris/system=heritage/article=
heritage104316775330/view
Scottish Borders Heritage - Dryhope Tower
Look into application to the Lottery and Historic Scotland to fund repairs to this medieval tower, once lived in by Mary Scott, and is now dilapidated. Also study aerial photo.

http://www.discovertheborders.co.uk/places/46.html
Discover the Borders - Ferniehirst Castle
Inquire into castle constructed as seat of the Ker family is now lived in by Lord & Lady Lothian. Also look at photo and details about access times plus directions.

http://www.castleuk.net/castle_lists_scotland/73/dryhopetower.htm
CastleUK - Dryhope Tower
Study description and colour photograph of stone tower house built with three storeys. Also provides a location map and access data.

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