Martello Court

Martello Court is a 23-story residential building at 87 Pennywell Gardens that shapes the skyline of its neighborhood. The tower stands as a tall, slender structure that rises well above the surrounding smaller buildings in the area.

The building was constructed in 1967 during a phase of urban renewal in Edinburgh to provide new housing through high-density construction. Its creation was part of a broader effort to modernize the city's residential neighborhoods with contemporary tower blocks.

The building represents a shift in Edinburgh's housing from traditional stone tenements to modern tower blocks. It shows how the city's neighborhoods transformed their appearance and character during the mid-twentieth century.

The location offers good connections to public transportation and quick access to local shops and services in the neighborhood. Visitors should be aware that this is a private residential building and interior access is not generally available to the public.

The building was among the first tower blocks constructed in this district of Edinburgh and significantly shaped the neighborhood's appearance. Its construction marked a turning point in how the city approached housing shortages through modern architectural solutions.

Location: City of Edinburgh

GPS coordinates: 55.97230,-3.26280

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:58