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Volunteers needed at historic Borders castle

The historic Thirlestane Castle Credit: Phil Wilkinson

People are being asked to volunteer ahead of the reopening of a historic castle in the Borders.

Thirlestane Castle in Lauder will be open to the public in a couple of months.

The volunteer group, Friends of Thirlestane, provide information on the castle's history and the Maitland family who have resided in the castle since 1590 to visitors.

Charitable Trust, which own and manage the castle, say they rely on an income from tourists and visitors.

The Friends are an invaluable part of Thirlestane Castle. Without them, we would not be able to share this beautiful castle with quite so many people.

– Edward Maitland-Carew, resident trustee

Volunteers are not required to have previous experience.