Harbottle
Such is the importance of Harbottle it boasts not one but two castles. The old castle was built by order of King Henry II soon after 1157. The current Harbottle Castle is a stately affair, being split into three private dwellings. History records Harbottle in the early 13th century as ‘Hirbottle’, ‘Here-botl’ or ‘Herbottle’, depending on which tongue you speak in; this roughly translates to ‘station of the army’. Harbottle is situated in the most beautiful part of the valley, protected by the mighty Drakestone, where you can experience breathtaking views to the Cheviot Hills. The walking is superb: you can walk all day and hardly see a soul!
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