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Edinburgh Castle, Old Barracks

Barracks (18th Century)

Why this matters

Built in the 18th century, the Old Barracks at Edinburgh Castle were constructed to house military personnel, reflecting the strategic importance of the castle as a military and administrative center. They remain significant as part of Edinburgh Castle's long history of defense and occupation.

What is recorded here

Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Edinburgh Castle, Old Barracks as Barracks (18th Century). The official map says its point is accurate as follows: NGR given to the nearest 1m. The record does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.
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