Newton Don, Nenthorn, Kelso, Scotland
Record Id: 2416
This site is NOT open to public.
Brief description of site
The designed landscape at Newton Don has grazed parkland and attractive mixed woodland dating from the early-19th century. Shrubberies and flower gardens date from the late-19th century. The Eden Water and its waterfall is a distinctive feature of the estate.
Brief history of site
From the 14th century until the late-17th century the estate was in the hands of the Newtons. The Dons owned it until 1847, when it was sold to the Balfours. The original designed landscape was laid out in the early-19th century. Charles Barrington Balfour and his wife Nina developed the ornamental gardens from the late-19th century.
Location information:
Address: Newton Don, Kelso, Roxburghshire, TD5 7SY
Locality: Kelso
Local Authorities:
Scottish Borders; Kelso and District North
Historical County: Roxburghshire
| OS Landranger Map Sheet Number: | 74 | Grid Ref: | NT709372 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latitude: | 55.6275 | Longitude: | -2.463701 |
Key information:
Form of site: country estate
Purpose of site: Ornamental
Context or principal building: house
Site first created: After 1820
Main period of development: Early 19th century
Survival: Extant
Site Size (Hectares): 221
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