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Orbiston

Tower House (medieval)
Orbiston
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Why this matters

Orbiston Tower, a medieval tower house in Scotland, was likely built in the 16th century by the Baillie family, a prominent Lowland Scottish clan. It is remembered for its historical association with the Baillies and as an example of early defensive domestic architecture in the region.

What is recorded here

Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Orbiston as Tower House (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.
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