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Built in 1350, during the reign of Edward III, Langley Castle has retained its architectural integrity and is regarded as one of the few Medieval fortified castle hotels in England. The castle offers guests an exclusive centre from which to explore Hadrian's Wall, the Northumbrian countryside and history. With southern Scotland including Edinburgh, the English Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales no more than 2 hours' drive away, this is the perfect venue for private functions or just a getaway weekend. See more

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Augill Castle is enviably located in the upper reaches of the Eden Valley, and is a mere ten minutes’ drive away from the beautifully picturesque Yorkshire Dales. This is very much a family retreat and, as such, the castle owners can offer an informal and relaxed castle experience, creating memories which adults and children alike will never forget. See more

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Owned by the Cunliffe-Lister family since the 1880s, and the ancestral seat of the Earl of Swinton, this luxurious property combines the traditional warmth of a family home with all the modern comforts of a contemporary hotel. The large estate offers a full range of outdoor and rural activities, along with a relaxing modern spa. See more

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Springkell is a magnificent mansion house dating from 1734, located close to the historic town of Gretna Green. It sleeps up to 42 people in 21 bedrooms, each with unique, sumptuous interiors. Springkell is a superb venue for weddings and functions for up to 100 guests. You can choose to self-cater or the property can provide a chef, waiting and bar staff - it's your choice. Individual rooms can now be booked on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis. See more

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Cringletie House is a splendid Victorian baronial mansion, located just south of Edinburgh, and stands proud as the only AA Top 200 Hotel in the Scottish Border region. The hotel has 13 individually designed rooms, each one with its own unique character and furnished to a high standard with views over the grounds and local countryside. See more

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Barony Castle is a striking manor house built in 1536, with magnificent views of the Tweed Valley, offering a wide range of facilities for corporate and private groups alike. Standing proud in 25 acres of formal gardens and woodlands, it also offers a quiet & peaceful location. Situated in the Scottish Borders, it is a mere 40 minutes from the centre of Edinburgh, and just 5 minutes from the beautiful Borders town of Peebles, where fishing, walking, cycling and pony trekking are easily accessible. See more