Craigmillar Castle, before restoration

Category

Library Item

Item no

10050

Title

Craigmillar Castle, before restoration

Description

The remains of Craigmillar Castle in Edinburgh are reached by a dirt path. Many of the walls and turrets are still standing, but the building has no roof and plants are growing over some of the structure.

Artist / maker

Unknown

Date

1900

Size

12.3 x 18.9 cm

Type

Photograph

Location

Edinburgh and Scottish Collection

Craigmillar Castle stands on land bought by the Preston family in the late 14th century. The keep dates from the early 15th century, but much of the rest of the Castle was rebuilt after it was burned by the Earl of Hertford in 1544. Mary Queen of Scots was a regular visitor. Craigmillar Castle is now managed by Historic Environment Scotland. It is one of the key sites of historical interest in Edinburgh.

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Homes > Residential buildings > Castles and palaces

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