Edrom facts for kids
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| Country | Scotland |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Police | Lothian and Borders |
| Fire | Lothian and Borders |
| Ambulance | Scottish |
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Edrom is a small village and a parish located in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. It used to be part of the ancient county of Berwickshire.
The area around Edrom is mostly countryside. It is surrounded by other parishes like Bunkle, Preston, and Chirnside. The nearby village of Allanton is also part of the Edrom parish.
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Where is Edrom Located?
Edrom is about three miles north-east of Duns. It is also very close to the Whiteadder Water, which is a river.
Places to See Nearby
There are several interesting places close to Edrom, including:
Exploring Edrom Village
The village of Edrom has some interesting old buildings.
Historic Buildings in Edrom
- The Manse was built in 1881. A manse is a house where a minister or priest lives.
- The old school building from the early 1800s is now the Village Hall. It was likely built as a sewing school in 1866.
Edrom Newton Farm
Edrom Newton Farm is a farm with a unique style. Its farmhouse was built around the late 1700s or early 1800s. It was designed by Richard Miller of Manderston. You can spot its special pavilions with Venetian windows.
Edrom Farm Cottages
Next to the farm, you'll find Edrom Farm Cottages. These stylish cottages were built in 1876.
Bridges in Edrom
Two bridges cross the local rivers:
- Kelloe Bridge crosses the Blackadder Water.
- Todheugh Bridge crosses the Whiteadder Water.
Edrom Parish Church
A church in Edrom was given to Durham Cathedral in the early 1100s.
The Logan Aisle
Inside the church, there's a special part called the Logan Aisle. It has a beautiful stone doorway that was moved from the main church. This doorway dates back to the 1100s and is a great example of Romanesque architecture. Romanesque is an old style of building with rounded arches.
Edrom House
Edrom House was built around 1740. It has a simple, classical design with a sloped roof. This style was first used by Sir William Bruce in the 1600s.
For a while, Edrom House was home to the International Cello Centre. This was a school for musicians of all ages. Famous cellists like Steven Isserlis and Steven Doane studied there in the 1970s. The school is no longer at Edrom and is now called The Edrom Casals Centre.
The Old Railway Line
Edrom used to have its own railway station. It was part of the Berwickshire Railway, which opened in 1863. This railway connected Reston to Earlston.
Railway Bridge
In 1863, a large railway bridge with five rounded arches was built. It crossed the Whiteadder Water in the small area of Chirnsidebridge.
Station Closure
Edrom Railway Station stopped taking passengers on September 10, 1951. Freight trains continued to use it until July 19, 1965. The station building, platform, and goods shed are still there today.
A Historical Event
Edrom was once connected to a historical event involving grave disturbance, which led to a local protest in Duns.
Famous People from Edrom
- George Buchan of Kelloe (1775–1856) was an elder in the Church of Scotland. He also worked as a secretary for the Governor of Madras (now Chennai, India).
- Alexander Christison (1751–1820) started his career as a school teacher in Edrom.
- Robert Fortune (1812–1880) was a famous botanist and plant hunter. He was born in Edrom.
