Yester Castle

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Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Yester Castle is one of 15 castles the Albion Guide lists in East Lothian. Nearby castles include Hailes Castle, Gamelshiel Castle and Barnes Castle, The Vaults. For arrivals by rail, East Linton is 11 km to the north.

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