Hoardweel Farm, Bunkle and Preston, Berwickshire

[theKiwi]

Is there anyone here who knows anything of the history of Hoardweel Farm. It's located on the A6112 between Preston and Grantshouse.

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q ... 8737182617

My great great great grandfather worked there in the early 1800s. I visited there myself in 2000 and met the owner, but at that time they had not long owned the farm, so knew little of its history.

I'm guessing there are probably some olde books that would have information about the farm in it, but have no idea where to start looking.

Who were the owners - had it remained in one family for a long time, or changed hands often?

Thanks for any insights anyone might have.

Roger

[LesleyB]

Hi Roger
I'd be tempted to contact local archives, museums and libraries or perhaps a "Local History Society" in the area, if you have not done all of these already!
http://www.scotborders.gov.uk/libraries/
Scottish Borders Archive and Local History Centre at the Heritage Hub in Hawick
http://www.scotborders.gov.uk/council/s ... 18964.html

I'm not familiar with the area, so sorry, I can't be of more help here!

Best wishes
Lesley