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- Redheugh Tower:
- Location: Near the village of Borthwick in the Scottish Borders.
- Why Visit: Redheugh Tower was the historic seat of the chiefs of Clan Eliott. Visiting this location can provide a sense of the clan’s ancestral home and its historical importance.
- Hermitage Castle:
- Location: Near Newcastleton in the Scottish Borders.
- Why Visit: Hermitage Castle is closely associated with the Clan Eliott’s history. It was one of the strongholds owned by the Eliotts and shared with the Clan Armstrong. The castle’s history is intertwined with clan conflicts and border skirmishes.
- Stobs Castle (Tower of Stobs):
- Location: Near Hawick in the Scottish Borders.
- Why Visit: Stobs Castle was another significant seat of the Eliotts. While the castle itself is now largely in ruins, its historical connection to the clan is worth exploring.
- Minto House:
- Location: Near Hawick in the Scottish Borders.
- Why Visit: Minto House was associated with the Eliott Earls of Minto. While the house itself has been demolished, the Minto area has historical ties to Clan Eliott.
- Teviotdale:
- Location: Teviotdale is a historic region in the Scottish Borders.
- Why Visit: Teviotdale was a significant area for the Clan Eliott, and it’s believed to have been their settlement during the time of Robert the Bruce. Exploring the landscape can provide insights into their early history.
