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| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
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| THIRLESTANE CASTLE | Thirlestane Castle Thirlestane Castle Thirlestane Castle Thirlestane Castle |
Mr Hume Estate - Factor Lauder New Statistical Account Mr Robert Murray Lauder |
019.08 | This Spacious edifice which Stands on a beautiful lawn on the right bank of the Leader and between that river and the town of Lauder, is the Country Family Residence of the Earl of Lauderdale. Its nucleus was a strong tower, called Lauder Fort and was built by Edward I during his invasion of Scotland, as a means of maintaining his usurped power. In 1672 a new front and wings were added and decorated, with massive balustrades and cornices, in the best taste of the age of Charles II. It is Surrounded by an extensive ParK. containing very fine old trees and in consequence of the great improvements which it has recently undergone is much admired. (other side) [continued on page 150] |
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[page] 149[b]Parish of Lauder -- Sheet 19 - No 8. Trace 6
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