What is recorded here
Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Malleny Castle as Castle (medieval). The official map says its point is accurate as follows: NGR given to the nearest 100m. The record does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.
Malleny Castle was a medieval tower house built in the 16th century, likely by the Keith family, who were prominent in the area. It is remembered as an example of Scottish Renaissance architecture and for its historical association with local nobility.
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Places near here
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Information board at Harlaw House Ranger CentreOld home or work place · 1056 yd
Harlaw House Visitor CentreHeritage attraction · 1096 yd
Harlaw HouseOld home or work place · 1104 yd
Woodland surrounding Harlaw ReservoirForest or wood · 1265 yd
Malleny GardenHeritage attraction · 1470 yd
Water of Leith WalkwayVisitor information · 1.0 mi
Threipmuir Reservoir with Black Hill beyondMountain or hill · 1.0 mi
Lennox TowerTower House (medieval) · 1.1 mi
Currie cemeteryChurch, cross or graveyard · 1.5 mi
Whiteside PlantationsWood · 1.6 mi