I note in the last News letter reference to the hamlet of Redpath, near Earlston. I have one or two (not great) photographs which I attach. You may include them in the next edition or forward them to whoever you wish. There is only one street, a cul-de-sac, with a turning circle at the end. Next to the village hall, which is pictured.
The reference to Melrose Abbey - Dryburgh Abbey is closer to Redpath and I imagine there would have been a closer tie or influence. Not sure though, not something I have looked into. Earlston is indeed the closest town to Redpath - I was married there. I am from Yetholm myself (right on the Scotland/England border) although I live and work in Edinburgh now. If any Redpath is ever in Edinburgh for research purposes or a holiday I would be glad to meet them for a drink and a "blether"
I looked for a Redpath tartan twenty seven years ago because I needed a tartan for the kilt I wanted for our wedding. I had to resort to my mothers tartan - Brodie. I am pretty sure there isn't one, which isn't too surprising.
I look forward to your updates, which I enjoy a great deal.
Keep up the good work.