What is recorded here
Westhills is a medieval tower house in Dumfries and Galloway, recorded in the national heritage register. It stands as a private landmark rather than a public attraction, preserving the shape of local defence and residence from the middle ages. The exact location is known to within ten metres, yet the building itself remains outside ordinary visitation.
Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Westhills as Tower House (medieval). The official map says its point is accurate as follows: NGR given to the nearest 10m. The record does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.
The historic-place record does not grant public access. Check current conditions and ownership before entering land or a building.
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