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Thirlestane Castle

Lauder TD2 6RU, Scotland
01578 722430
Ranked #1 of 1 attractions in Lauder
5.0 of 5 stars 5 Reviews
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Linda314
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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5 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2012

If you like Castles you will love this one! Easy to find and well sign-posted from the entrance into Lauder from both ends! More

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r8sk
Edinburgh
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5 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2012

Brilliant... if having to decide which local castles to visit, this one is definitely worth the number one choice.... so many interesting things to find out about and see More

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Prcipce
Anaheim, CA
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6 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2009

I visited Thirlestane Castle in October of 2007 with my wife and a couple of close friends. As a Maitland descendant, I was curious about family history and the area where the early Maitlands lived. The castle and grounds are wonderful. The plaster ceilings are particularly well restored and provide insight into the talent and artistry of early craftsmen. The... More

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A TripAdvisor Member
Adelaide, Australia
1 review
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 June 2005
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I am a relitave of the Maitlands. My name is Rebecca Walker. I live in Adelaide, Australia. Last year i visited the castle, and thought it was amazing. My Grandmother died a year ago, and i wanted to go there to see my family history, she had never been there before and i wanted to go for her. It was... More

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Hilda_Santos
Norway
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2005

One of the finest place I've ever been. Nice and exquisite interior. The exhibit includes the everyday life from the royalty to the servants, very interesting. Really worth a visit More

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