Border Ballads

Border ballads are traditional folk stories and songs from the border regions between England and Scotland, dating back to the late Middle Ages. They often tell dramatic tales of love, heroic deeds, battles, or conflicts, featuring vivid characters and adventurous plots. These ballads capture the history, culture, and struggles of border communities, passed down orally through generations. They are characterized by their storytelling style, rhythmic verses, and emotional storytelling, serving as both entertainment and historical record of the border area's turbulent past.