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Duns is a town in the Scottish Borders, Scotland. It was the county town of the historic county of Berwickshire . History. Early history. Duns Law, the original site of the town of Duns, has the remains of an Iron Age hillfort at its summit.
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Visitor information for Duns including accommodation, things to do, attractions, events and food & drink. Duns is formally the county town of Berwickshire in the Scottish Borders. It still retains the air of an old Scottish burgh with its spacious market square.
- kennyaberdeen. Aberdeenshire, UK 236 contributions. A Wonderful Tribute to a True Legend : Jim Clark. A wonderful tribute to a true legend. There is loads of information, interactive displays, memorabilia, the trophies, the actual cars, great staff and really good shop.
- Brian D. 2 contributions. A beautiful House in a beautiful setting, worth a visit. fantastic tour of a very beautiful house. Very informative and knowledgable tour guide (Jim) and a lovely tearoom with delicious cakes.
- DaveQ. 1 contribution. Great, but not a round walk. All good, except that the Castle grounds themselves are private, so you can't make a round walk, ie around the lake, unless streets in the town itself.
- Lindsay W. 1 contribution. A grand night out. Great venue and atmosphere, and loads of laughs and great acting, and well worth coming back. Great for families and loads of great events coming up.
About Duns. The town of Duns was once a thriving livestock town with a large market square. Rising some 700 ft above sea level, the hill of Duns Law offers commanding views of the Merse and the rich, low-lying farmlands running out from the coast.
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Duns, small burgh (town), Scottish Borders council area, historic county of Berwickshire, southeastern Scotland. It is the historic county town (seat) of Berwickshire. The old settlement, Duns Law, was the birthplace of the 13th-century philosopher John Duns Scotus.
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Duns is known for some of its popular attractions, which include: Jim Clark Motorsport Museum; Manderston House; Marchmont House; Duns Castle Nature Reserve; A Heart for Duns
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The oldest part of the property, is a Norman Keep or Pele Tower (circa 1320). Although the property is not open to visitors it can be booked for weddings, events and functions. The surrounding parkland, however, is accessible to the public. Location: Duns Castle Estate, Duns, Berwickshire TD11 3NW - Tel: 01361 88321.
