Abbotsford, Scottish Borders
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Abbotsford is a historic country house in the Scottish Borders, near Galashiels, on the south bank of the River Tweed. Now open to the public, it was built as the residence of historical novelist and poet Sir Walter Scott between 1817 and 1825.[1] It is a Category A Listed Building[2] and the estate is listed in the Inventory of Gardens and Designed Landscapes in Scotland.[3]
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Abbotsford | |
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Former names | Cartleyhole, Clarty Hole |
General information | |
Type | Baronial Mansion |
Architectural style | Gothic Revival |
Location | Scottish Borders |
Address | Galashiels |
Town or city | Near Galashiels |
Country | Scotland |
Coordinates | 55°35′59″N 2°46′55″W |
Renovated | 1817–1825 |
Owner | Scott Family |
Designations | Category A Listed Building |
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