Borthwick Castle, Medieval tower house in Midlothian, Scotland.
The stone fortress stands 90 feet tall with walls 14 feet thick, featuring a double tower design and strategic defensive elements throughout the structure.
Built in 1430 under royal license from King James I, the castle provided shelter to Mary, Queen of Scots in 1567 before her escape in page disguise.
The Great Hall spans 40 feet with a Gothic ceiling displaying historical inscriptions and imagery, reflecting medieval Scottish architectural traditions.
Located 12 miles southeast of Edinburgh, the castle operates as an events venue with twelve bedrooms following extensive renovations completed in 2015.
Cromwell's forces attacked the castle in 1650, leaving visible cannon damage on the east wall that remains as physical evidence of the siege.
Location: Midlothian
Location: Borthwick
Inception: 1430
Website: https://www.borthwickcastle.com/
Website: https://borthwickcastle.com
GPS coordinates: 55.82455,-3.01513
Latest update: May 17, 2025 09:55
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