Philliphaugh

Many thanks to the Philiphaugh Estate & The Salmon Viewing Centre for facilitating this camera's location and to Tweed Rivers Fisheries Association for capitally funding its installation. Embark on a captivating journey at the Centre, where you can delve into the intricate life cycle of the majestic King of fishes, the salmon, through the enlightening Salmon Wall display. Gain insight into the perils that await in the river and discover how many salmon successfully navigate their way after the female salmon has laid an astounding 5,000 eggs. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of salmon through the interactive video screen, where you can choose from four different cameras strategically placed along the banks of the Ettrick River. Witness the resilience of these remarkable creatures as they gracefully traverse the river's waters.While exploring, don't miss the opportunity to observe the salmon passing through the fish counter, located within the fish ladder at the heart of the cauld. Keep track of their numbers, as the counter is reset at the beginning of each month. The River Ettrick, a tributary of the River Tweed, flows through the village, meandering across the picturesque Ettrick Marshes, which form its floodplain. Often referred to as the Wild Ettick locally (although this term more accurately pertains to the Ettrick Forest and the Ettrick Valley), this river holds the distinction of being the second fastest rising river in Scotland.Perched majestically above the Selkirk landscape, the Philiphaugh Estate sprawls across the hills, radiating historical significance and natural beauty. The devoted Strang Steel family has dedicated their lives to the preservation of this enchanting landscape, its diverse wildlife, and fostering a deep connection with the local community. Today, the estate harmoniously coexists with arable land, woodlands, farms, and a grouse moorland, creating a harmonious tapestry of human influence amidst nature's grandeur.Traces of humanity's presence can be found across millennia, concealed beneath the fertile soil. Roman remnants and an Anglian Village hall speak to the enduring human history etched into this land. However, the estate's most renowned historical event is the Battle of Philiphaugh, which took place in 164...