Kelso Abbey
Built in 1128 and the years following, Kelso Abbey was one of the finest examples of Romanesque architecture.
Finally finished, it was dedicated to the Blessed Virgin and St John in 1243. It was soon one of the largest and richest in Scotland, having a superb library in medieval times.
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Kelso Abbey
A look at a well-known borders ruin. August 2012
Jedburgh Abbey & Kelso Abbey
vidoe of Jedburgh Abbey & Kelso Abbey, The Borders, Scotland
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Kelso Cobby Wildlife, Kelso, Scottish Borders,2014
Some of the wildlife around Kelso, Tweed
Places to see in ( Kelso - UK )
Places to see in ( Kelso - UK )
Kelso is a market town in the Scottish Borders area of Scotland. Within the boundaries of the historic county of Roxburghshire, Kelso lies where the rivers Tweed and Teviot have their confluence.
Kelso's main tourist draws are the ruined Kelso Abbey and Floors Castle, a William Adam designed house completed in 1726. The Kelso Bridge was designed by John Rennie who later built London Bridge.
The town of Kelso came into being as a direct result of the creation of Kelso Abbey in 1128. The town's name stems from the fact that the earliest settlement stood on a chalky outcrop, and the town was known as Calkou (or perhaps Calchfynydd) in those early days, something that is remembered in the modern street name, Chalkheugh Terrace.
Standing on the opposite bank of the River Tweed from the now-vanished royal burgh of Roxburgh, Kelso and its sister hamlet of Wester Kelso were linked to the burgh by a ferry at Wester Kelso. A small hamlet existed before the completion of the abbey in 1128 but the settlement started to flourish with the arrival of the monks. Many were skilled craftsmen, and they helped the local population as the village expanded. The abbey controlled much of life in Kelso-area burgh of barony, called Holydean, until the Reformation in the 16th century. After that, the power and wealth of the abbey declined. The Kerr family of Cessford took over the barony and many of the abbey's properties around the town. By the 17th century, they virtually owned Kelso.
Floors Castle is a large stately home just outside Kelso. It is a popular visitor attraction. Adjacent to the house there is a large walled garden with a cafe, a small garden centre and the Star Plantation.
( Kelso - UK ) is well know as a tourist destination because of the variety of places you can enjoy while you are visiting the city of Kelso . Through a series of videos we will try to show you recommended places to visit in Kelso - UK
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Kelso, Scottish Borders
View of Kelso from Friars haugh
Interior Abbey Kelso Borders Of Scotland
Tour Scotland Autumn video of the interior of Kelso Abbey on visit to the Scottish Borders.
Kelso, Scottish Borders
A very pleasant and elegant town which was remodelled in the 18th century. As will be seen from the video,, the centre is mainly comprised of a wide cobbled square. Close by are the ruins of Kelso Abbey which was destroyed by the English in 1545. The town sits on the banks of the River Tweed along which it is possible to sit or have a gentle stroll.
About 1 mile from Kelso is the stunning Floors Castle, home to the Duke of Roxburgh and the largest inhabited house in Scotland.
Places to see in ( Kelso - UK )
Places to see in ( Kelso - UK )
Kelso is a market town in the Scottish Borders area of Scotland. Within the boundaries of the historic county of Roxburghshire, Kelso lies where the rivers Tweed and Teviot have their confluence.
Kelso's main tourist draws are the ruined Kelso Abbey and Floors Castle, a William Adam designed house completed in 1726. The Kelso Bridge was designed by John Rennie who later built London Bridge.
The town of Kelso came into being as a direct result of the creation of Kelso Abbey in 1128. The town's name stems from the fact that the earliest settlement stood on a chalky outcrop, and the town was known as Calkou (or perhaps Calchfynydd) in those early days, something that is remembered in the modern street name, Chalkheugh Terrace.
Standing on the opposite bank of the River Tweed from the now-vanished royal burgh of Roxburgh, Kelso and its sister hamlet of Wester Kelso were linked to the burgh by a ferry at Wester Kelso. A small hamlet existed before the completion of the abbey in 1128 but the settlement started to flourish with the arrival of the monks. Many were skilled craftsmen, and they helped the local population as the village expanded. The abbey controlled much of life in Kelso-area burgh of barony, called Holydean, until the Reformation in the 16th century. After that, the power and wealth of the abbey declined. The Kerr family of Cessford took over the barony and many of the abbey's properties around the town. By the 17th century, they virtually owned Kelso.
Floors Castle is a large stately home just outside Kelso. It is a popular visitor attraction. Adjacent to the house there is a large walled garden with a cafe, a small garden centre and the Star Plantation.
( Kelso - UK ) is well know as a tourist destination because of the variety of places you can enjoy while you are visiting the city of Kelso . Through a series of videos we will try to show you recommended places to visit in Kelso - UK
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St James'Fair Opening Ceremony , Kelso, Scottish Borders 2012
The Opening Ceremony of the 2012 St James Fair , Kelso : My apologies for the jumpy pictures and low quality, but was spur of the moment video.
Kelso,Scotland
A view over Kelso from the Millennium Viewpoint,
Kelso to Jedburgh August 9, 2012
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Schloss Roxburghe, Great Britain
In Roxburgshire – at the border to England – „The Roxburghe Hotel & Golf Course“ is remodeled and extended. The unique traditional character of the Scottish culture and landscape gives distinction to the design idea for the draft of the dignified manor house and the future luxury hotel. Historic charm and the force of attraction of these impressive premises are in the focus of this concept.
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Travel Lookbook: Kelso Abbey Scotland
When I went on a tour on February 2012 we visited the village of Kelso and saw the ruins of Kelso Abbey. Kelso Abbey was created in the 12th century in Scotland by monks during the reign of Alexander I. It was founded at Roxburgh in 1128 and was constantly under attack by the English throughout its existence. Then during the 1540s King Henry VIII attacked several Scottish abbeys as apart of the Rough Wooing War (December 1543-March 1551). This was when Henry VIII was trying to marry Mary, Queen of Scots to his son Edward. Unfortunately due to these attacks Kelso Abbey was declared derelict in 1587 after trying for many years to repair it. Between 1647 and 1771 the stones of Kelso Abbey were used to create the town of Kelso.
St Cuthbert's Way: Jedburgh, Kelso Abbey & Kirk Yetholm
Kelso Abbey is not actually on St Cuthbert's Way, so we detoured to take a look.
Kelso & District Pipe Band Coffee Morning Around 1996
Kelso, Scottish Borders once had TWO Pipe Bands.
Kelso & District Pipe Band, Coffee Morning held at The Abbey Row Community Centre around 1996 give or take a year.
Floors Castle Kelso Scotland
Footage and facts from our trip to the magnificent Floors Castle. We hope you enjoy it.
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Kelso Fancy Dress Parade 2016, Scottish Borders
Kelso: The History of a Small Town
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Jedburgh Abbey - Borders, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Jedburgh Abbey Borders
A remarkably complete 12th-century abbey built in the Romanesque and early Gothic styles.
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Photos in this video:
- Jedburgh Abbey as it is today. by Bandglittle from a blog titled Amazing Abbey ruins!
- Jedburgh Abbey by Bandglittle from a blog titled Amazing Abbey ruins!
- Jedburgh Abbey by Wernicki from a blog titled Country Affair
- Jedburgh Abbey by Charlief from a blog titled Day 31 - Rest Day - Abbey Road
- Jedburgh Abbey by Cklohm from a blog titled East Lothian and Borders Drive
- Jedburgh Abbey by Elaqid from a blog titled Border Abbeys
- Jedburgh Abbey by Wernicki from a blog titled Country Affair
- Jedburgh Abbey by Jonathanashleyr from a blog titled Day 62 & 63 Feet up