Robgill Tower
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The 16th century Robgill Tower, since extended, perched on a hill overlooking the Kirtle Water
Robgill Tower is a tower house near Ecclefechan. It is primarily farming-oriented and residential.
Etymology
The name is from the Old English personal name Hreodbeorht (modern name Robert) and Old Norse gil "ravine". The name was recorded as Redbeilgill in 1125.
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