Thirlestane Castle

Thirlestane Castle and parklands are near Lauder (Scottish Gaelic: Labhda) in the Scottish Borders (Scottish Gaelic: Crìochan na h-Alba). Originally dating from the thirteenth century, it was rebuilt in 1590 and added to in the seventeenth century and refurbished and extended in 1840. The castle is noted for its collection of furniture, paintings and porcelain along with a toy collection. The castle and grounds are managed by a charitable trust and open to the public from April until September.

Getting there

The castle is located south from Lauder which is on the A68 south from Edinburgh.

Link: Thirlestane Castle webpage.