Crichton Castle |
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Crichton boasts a large and sophisticated castle, of which the most spectacular part is the range erected by the Earl of Bothwell between 1581 and 1591. This has a facade of faceted stonework in an Italian style.
This property is managed by Historic Scotland.
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Opening Times
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(2009 times)
1st April to 30th September:Daily 9.30am to 5.30pm. Last ticket sold 30 minutes before closing. |
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Admission Charges
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(2009 prices)
Adult £3.70; Child £1.85; Concessions £3.00.
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Directions
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| The Castle is two and a half miles south south west of Pathhead off the A68. |
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Crichton Castle Postcode for SatNav: EH37 |
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Nearby Attractions
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Arniston House
(2 Miles)*
Arniston is privately owned by descendants of the Dundas family who purchased the land in 1571. The present mansion house was commenced in 1726 by William Adam and completed by his son John , brother of the famous Robert, in the 1750's. |
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Glenkinchie Distillery
(5 Miles)*
Glenkinchie distillery, like so many others, was founded by farmers and is situated in a quiet hollow, surrounded by the fields which supply the barley for malting on site. |
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Inveresk Lodge Garden
(7 Miles)*
This inviting terraced garden in the historic village of Inveresk entices visitors with its colours and perfumes, colourful herbaceous beds, a variety of attractive shrubs and the scent of roses. |
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