Robert Hugill had a lifetime interest in medieval and early modern Scotland
and in the fortifications built in the Border lands between England and
Scotland, when the "Steel Bonnets" were most active.
Here, he arranged the castles and peles in alphabetical order, with an
account of their history, architectural features, associations and legends, and
concluded with a bibliography, a glossary of architectural, military, and other
terms in general use, and an index to the whole.
Published in 1939, the full title of the book is "Borderland Castles and
Peles: A Concise Guide to the Strongholds of the Anglo-Scottish Border, Compiled
for the Use of Motorists, Cyclists, Walkers, and Others Interested in These
Picturesque Survivals of Medieval Times"
This work is of particular interest to many of the families from this
region seeking information on the numerous family castles, peles, and other
fortifications in the Border lands.
Click here to view the index of this book.
This CD consists of scans of the original book, which can be browsed,
enlarged and printed if required. Please note: it is not searchable.
