Fatlips Tower

Leonie makes her way through the Minto crags on her journey to Fatlips Tower.

Dec 12, 2025
Fatlips Tower

I rode my bike from Ancrum to Minto Crags, bringing along my drone and Action 5 Pro camera. A Scottish Borders icon, Fatlips Castle is situated atop Minto Crags, offering a panoramic view of Teviotdale, Denholm, Bedrule, the renowned Ruberslaw mountain, and beyond.

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The origin of the name Fatlips is shrouded in mystery, with a variety of amusing theories.