This is royal politics at its most dangerous. In 1526, King James V was under the control of Archibald Douglas, Earl of Angus — effectively a teenage monarch held as a bargaining chip. The party was in the Borders at Jedburgh, escorted by an armed force of Kerrs and Humes, then moved north towards Edinburgh.James wanted out. Quietly, he got a message to Walter Scott of Buccleuch to come and lift him. Buccleuch accepted — and suddenly the roads, crossings, and hills of the Borders weren’t scenery

The Scottish Borders is a captivating region in Scotland, known for its picturesque rolling hills, rich history, and an array of enchanting abbeys, stately homes and castles set amongst its breathtaking landscape! 😍💙 Featured locations: ⛪ Jedburgh Abbey ⛰️ Leaderfoot Viaduct 🧇 Out-There Artisan 🍦 The Scoopery 👑 Mary Queen of Scots' Visitor Centre 🖋️ Abbotsford: The Home of Sir Walter Scott 🏞️ Scott's View 📚 The Mainstreet Trading Co. 🏰 Floors Castle | VisitScotland