Hirendean Castle

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Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Hirendean Castle is one of six castles the Albion Guide maps in Midlothian. Uttershill Castle and Old Woodhouselee Castle are among the castles within 11.1 km. The closest station is Gorebridge, 11.1 km to the north-east.

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