Neidpath Castle |
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NB Neidpath Castle is currently not open to the public.
An authentic 14th century castle converted to a tower house (17th century), the erstwhile home of Fraser, Hay and Douglas families, set in a wooded gorge of the River Tweed.
This romantic medieval castle with 11 foot thick walls, contains a pit prison, a draw well and Queen Mary's room. The Great Hall has stunningly beautiful Batiks depicting the 'Life of Mary, Queen of Scots'.
Fine views are obtained from the parapets and the grounds provide a scenic picnic area.
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Opening Times
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(2009 times)
The castle is currently not open to the public.
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Directions
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| By the Tweed, 1 mile west of Peebles on the A72. Glasgow 60 miles, Edinburgh 25 miles. |
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Neidpath Castle Postcode for SatNav: EH45 8NW |
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Traquair House
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