What is recorded here
Melville Castle, South Gate-lodge stands in Midlothian, Scotland, a gate lodge belonging to the castle estate. Whether it guided visitors or kept strangers out, the building still marks the boundary between the private domain and the public road. The exact period remains unassigned, but the structure itself preserves the shape of that threshold.
Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Melville Castle, South Gate-lodge as Gate Lodge (period Unassigned). 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.
Melville Castle, South Gate-lodge is associated with the historic Melville Castle, which was built in the 16th century by the Melville family, a prominent Scottish noble family. The gate lodge and castle are remembered for their historical and architectural significance, reflecting the power and influence of the Melvilles in East Lothian.
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