Ferniehirst Castle

14/11/2022

A beautiful autumn morning at Ferniehirst. Thanks so much to Claire Thomson for her photograph of the pond.

13/11/2022

In remembrance.
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26/09/2022

September light ✨
Built in the 15th century and steeped in a dramatic history, Ferniehirst Castle is surrounded by forest and overlooks the river Jed in the ancient Jed Valley. Read more about the beautiful location and learn about the historic tales on our website - link in bio. ⚔️

13/09/2022

02/06/2022

So May has now passed and June arrived. The bluebells around the Castle have given way to blossom of hawthorn (scroll left) and the summer will soon be with us.
Did you know that Hawthorns (Latin name Crataegus monogyna) are hermaphrodite, meaning both male & female reproductive parts are within each flower. They are scented and mostly white but occasionally flushed with pink.
Once they have been pollinated by insects, they develop into deep-red fruits known as 'haws'. Hence the name. 🌳
Thank you to Ian and Isobel Thomson for the beautiful photographs.

16/04/2022

Happy Easter from Ferniehirst Castle in the beautiful Scottish Borders!
Thank you Ian and Isobel Thomson for the great garden photo 📷
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29/03/2022

Spring returns to Ferniehirst Castle. The daffodils glow bright yellow and the sky is azure blue. Such a gloriously peaceful location here in the Scottish Borders. So thankful.💛💙
Thank you for the photograph Ian & Isobel Thomson.📷

21/12/2021

At Ferniehirst Castle it's a heavenly time of year; crisp walks through the woodlands and landscape, with a log fire blazing in the hearth to return to. The glistening tree in the foreground of this picture is a Persian ironwood, Parrotia persica.
The magical photograph captured by
Merry Christmas everyone ! ✨🎄✨

05/11/2021

Featured in the latest Scottish Field Magazine, Ferniehirst Castle and the many talents of Lady Ralph Kerr, also known as artist, Marie-Claire Kerr. From Scottish history to gardens, fine art, textiles and fashion. A fascinating article written and researched by Caroline Donald with photography by
It's in the December issue of the magazine, on sale from 5th November or by order from their website https://www.mymagazinesub.co.uk/scottish-field/. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

26/09/2021

Cosy autumn evenings by the log fire in the luxury of the Grand Hall at Ferniehirst Castle. Gather friends and family together, the private castle is now available to rent for a three night minimum stay. Please see our website for details. 🔥🍂

01/09/2021

The Great Hall or The Long Room comprises both a drawing room and dining room. It enjoys generous morning light through the long windows and in the autumn evenings the flames from the log fire offer a glowing warmth.
It's the perfect space for a special occasion or film location but is so cleverly designed that it also has the informality needed to provide the Kerr family and their guests with the cosy sitting room they need and enjoy when they are in residence.
© Andrea Jones Photography

22/08/2021

There's no shortage of good walks straight from the door here at Ferniehirst. Through historic forest trails or beautiful Borders countryside. Whether you like an amble or adventure just pick your own pace. There's no time like Autumn to enjoy the rolling landscape.