OS1/3/42/185
| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KELBURN | Kelburn Kelburn Kelburn Kelburn Castle Kelburn Castle Kelburn Kelburne Kelburn House |
Mr Adams Kippenburn Mr Craig, Factor Mr Robert Rodger Kelburn Johnston's Co. [County] Map New Stat. Acct. [New Statistical Account] Map of Parish by Aitken Directory of Gentlemen's Seats Full. [Fullarton's] Gazetteer |
006 | A plain looking building, a Seat of the Earl of Glasgow. Situated at the foot of a Glen of the same name, it is Surrounded by pine plantations and an extensive Park. The old part of Kelburn was erected (according to the Old Stat. Acct. [Old Statistical Account]) in 1581. Additions were made to it by David Earl of Glasgow The New Stat. Acct. [New Statistical Account] makes Mention of it as follows "There is no doubt whatever that the Tower, the original portion of the building must have been a feudal residence in former times The Tower referred to is Still in existence, and in the Centre of the building, the corners of which are Surrounded by Small turrets Similar in appearance to Skelmorlie Castle Kelburn Castle was originally a square tower, but an addition was made to it by David, Earl of Glasgow. New Stat. Acct. [New Statistical Account] |
Continued entries/extra info
[page] 185Transcribers who have contributed to this page.
DANIALSAN, CRIMSON
Location information for this page.
Linked mapsheets.
