What is recorded here

Uttershill Castle stands as a medieval tower house on Castle Brae in Penicuik, its exact position known to the nearest metre. The structure embodies the defensive architecture of its era, rising from the Midlothian landscape with the quiet permanence of stone. Whether it witnessed local conflicts or simply guarded family wealth remains unclear, but its survival suggests it served a purpose strong enough to withstand time.

Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Penicuik, Castle Brae, Uttershill Castle as Tower House (medieval). 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.

Uttershill Castle, also known as Penicuik, Castle Brae, was built by the Crichton family in the late 15th or early 16th century. It is remembered as a fine example of a Scottish tower house and for its historical association with one of the most powerful noble families in the Lothians during the medieval period.

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