Robgill Tower

Robgill Tower

Robgill Tower is a village near Ecclefechan. It is primarily farming-oriented and residential.

Etymology

The village's 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.

References

[http://www.rcahms.gov.uk/pls/portal/newcanmore.details_gis?inumlink=67160 RCHAMS]


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