Craigcrook Castle
City of Edinburgh, EdinburghScotland
Castle in Edinburgh, Scotland
Key Information
Construction
17th century
Castle Type
Tower house
Current Status
Historic monument
Historical Overview
Craigcrook Castle is a 6,701 square feet (622.5 m2) castle giving its name to the Craigcrook district of Edinburgh, about 3 miles (4.8 km) west of the centre of Edinburgh, Scotland. The castle is primarily of the 17th century, though with later additions. In the 19th century, it was the home of Francis Jeffrey, Lord Jeffrey, and became known for its literary gatherings. It is a category B listed building.
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