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Illieston House
Castle in West Lothian, Scotland / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Illieston House, also known as Illieston Castle, is a castle located in West Lothian, Scotland, by the River Almond near Broxburn.[1] It was built around 1600 and features a T-plan design with gabled dormers and a staircase tower. Over its history, it underwent modifications and restorations, including additions such as a new kitchen wing and modern interior amenities. It has changed ownership several times and it was renovated in 1856 by architect William Burn and underwent modernization in the 21st century. Listed as a Category B building in 1971, it attracted media attention for its sale in 2018.
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Coordinates | 55.914527°N 3.439944°W / 55.914527; -3.439944 |
OS grid reference | NT 10086 69981 |
Built | c. 1600 |
Restored | c. 1856 |
Restored by | William Burn |
Listed Building – Category B | |
Official name | Illieston House (Elliston) |
Designated | 22 February 1971 |
Reference no. | LB7436 |
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