Tour Scotland very short 4K Spring travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a Kilt and and Sporran and walking by Fatlips Castle on ancestry, history visit and trip to the Borders, Britain, United Kingdom. It is an iconic 16th century peel tower perched dramatically atop Minto Crags overlooking the stunning landscape of Teviotdale and the English border. It is highly regarded as a prominent, historic landmark. Built in the early 1500s by the Turnbull family of Barnhills, who were notorious Border reivers , raiders and bandits, active in the region. The tower was burned down in 1545 by the Earl of Hertford under orders from King Henry VIII during the War of the Rough Wooing. The exact origin of its unusual name remains a mystery, but a few amusing theories persist:. Acording to regional tradition, it was customary for the resident family to greet every visiting guest with a kiss, a habit considered quite forward and gauche in the 16th century. Another local story suggests that members of the founding Turnbull clan simply possessed notably full lips. Of interest to folks with ancestry, genealogy or Scottish Family Roots in Scotland who may wish to visit one day. Find things to see and do in Scotland where you are always welcome. The date for astronomical Spring is 20th March, ending on 21st Jun
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