hotel, chalets and a golf course. Repentance Tower The Repentance Tower is a very rare example of a mid-16th century watch tower standing on nearby Trailtrow Hill. Built in 1565 by John Maxwell the tower takes its name from an inscription 'Repentance' carved on the stonework above the entrance door. It became a dovecote having fallen out of use with the union of the crowns under James VI of Scotland, James I of England. References External links Hoddom Castle Caravan Park Video footage and history of the Repentance Tower Castles in Dumfries and Galloway Category A listed buildings in Dumfries and Galloway Listed castles in Scotland Buildings at Risk Register for Scotland