Prestonfield House

Category

Library Item

Item no

28694

Title

Prestonfield House

Description

The wall above the gateway to the stables.

Artist / maker

Jackman, S. G.

Date

1951

Size

20.3 x 14.1cm

Type

Photograph

Location

Edinburgh and Scottish Collection

Prestonfield House was built in 1687 by the architect William Bruce, for Sir James Dick, Lord Provost of Edinburgh (1679-1681), to replace the early 16th century Priestfield House which was burned down by students in anti-Catholic riots in 1681. The site had previously been a Cistercian monastery founded in 1150. Prestonfield House was owned by the Dick family from the 17th century to the 20th century. In the 1960s the estate was converted and is now a 5 star hotel and restaurant. Some of the 17th century interior decoration still exists. The stables are now used for hosting events.

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Agriculture and fisheries > Agricultural and fisheries facilities > Stables

Architecture > Architectural features > Stone carvings

Architecture > Architectural features > Walls

Places > Edinburgh areas > Prestonfield

Places > Scotland > Edinburgh

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