Description

Early 19th century, with alterations of circa 1900. 2-storey symmetrical castellated folly of square plan. Harl-pointed rubble walls. Round-arched door and window centring E elevation at ground and 1st floors respectively. 2 closely spaced windows centred at ground of W elevation; 4 small gothic niches above, round-arched window centred at 1st floor. Corniced and crenellated parapet with crenellated circular angle turret NE corner.

Fixed timber glazing. Wallhead stack with circular can to E parapet.

Statement of Interest

The tower is commonly thought to be a lookout tower used by previous lairds to oversee their own smuggling activities, shipping in goods from French and Dutch vessels. The crenellated parapet and turret probably date from the late 19th century reconstruction.

External Links

• Historic Environment Scotland Listing
• Wikidata Q17853419

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Recommended Books

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  The green guide for historic buildings: how to improve the environmental performance of listed and historic buildings
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  Department for Communities Listed Historic Buildings of Northern Ireland: Information Guide for the 2nd Survey of Historic Buildings
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  Northumberland (Pevsner Architectural Guides: Buildings of England)
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  Renovating Old Houses: Bringing New Life to Vintage Homes (For Pros By Pros)
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  Harrow on the Hill: A photographic portrayal of listed buildings and structures (Historic Buildings Picture Guides)
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  Development and Design of Heritage Sensitive Sites: Strategies for Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas