Carriden House

Carriden House is a multi-story stone mansion in Falkirk constructed from local sandstone with thick walls and vaulted basement rooms. The building sits within expansive grounds that combine manicured gardens and woodland, stretching toward the shoreline.

The original tower house was built in 1602 for John Hamilton of Letterick and underwent major additions during the 17th and 19th centuries. These phases of expansion shaped the building's current form and blend architectural approaches from different periods.

The mansion displays features of Scots Baronial architecture throughout its main rooms, with decorative details visible in the plasterwork and stone carvings. These design elements reflect how Scottish landowners of the period expressed their status through building style.

The property offers spacious open grounds that invite leisurely exploration with multiple paths through gardens and woodland areas. The flat terrain along the shoreline makes it easy to walk around and discover different sections of the estate at your own pace.

A Roman centurion's stone has been built into the foundations and comes from the era of the ancient fort of Veluniate that once stood near this site. This artifact connects the house directly to 2,000 years of occupation at this location.

Location: Falkirk

Inception: 1602

Part of: Carriden House, Roman fort, annexe and settlement

GPS coordinates: 56.01047,-3.56531

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:57