Craigcrook Castle, Edinburgh

Name: Craigcrook Castle
Address: Craigcrook Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

#180 among attractions in Edinburgh

Reportedly haunted, Forts and castles

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Craigcrook Castle is a well-preserved 6,701 square feet castle giving its name to the Craigcrook district of Edinburgh, about 3 miles west of the centre of Edinburgh, Scotland. The castle is primarily of the 17th century, though with later additions. In the 19th century, it was the home of Francis Jeffrey, Lord Jeffrey, and became known for its literary gatherings. It is a category B listed building. ()

Alternative names: Built: XVII centuryCoordinates: 55°57'18"N, 3°15'57"W

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Craigcrook RoadBlackhallEdinburgh United Kingdom

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Craigcrook Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Murrayfield Stadium, Murrayfield Ice Rink, Edinburgh Zoo, Lauriston Castle.

1.3 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh
33 min walk • Murrayfield Stadium is a beacon of Scottish sport, situated in the heart of Edinburgh, the United Kingdom's historic capital. Renowned as the home of Scottish rugby, this iconic venue has been the stage for countless memorable moments in sport.
1.2 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Murrayfield Ice Rink, Edinburgh
30 min walk • Murrayfield Ice Rink is a beacon for ice sports enthusiasts nestled in the heart of Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Established in 1952, this venue has become a cornerstone of the local sporting community, providing a year-round haven for ice skating, ice hockey,...
0.8 miS
Panda enclosure and UK's only koalas
Edinburgh Zoo, Edinburgh
22 min walk • Edinburgh Zoo, nestled in the heart of Scotland's capital, Edinburgh, offers a unique blend of education, conservation, and recreation. Opened in 1913, this 82-acre park is home to over 1,000 rare and endangered animals, making it one of the city's most popular tourist...
1.2 miNW
Picturesque castle with Edwardian decor
Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh
32 min walk • Lauriston Castle is a 16th-century tower house with 19th-century extensions overlooking the Firth of Forth, in Edinburgh, Scotland. It lies on Cramond Road South, between Cramond, Davidson's Mains, and Silverknowes. The substantial grounds, Lauriston Castle Gardens, operate as a local park.
0.5 miSW
Park
Corstorphine Hill, Edinburgh
15 min walk • Corstorphine Hill is a low ridge-shaped hill rising above the western suburbs of Edinburgh, Scotland.
1.1 miSW
Church
Corstorphine Old Parish Church, Edinburgh
29 min walk • Corstorphine Old Parish Church, formerly St. John's Collegiate Church, is at the old centre of Corstorphine, a village incorporated to the west area of Edinburgh.
1.1 miSW
Village, Neighbourhood
Corstorphine, Edinburgh
29 min walk • Corstorphine is a village and parish to the west of Edinburgh, now considered a suburb of that city and formally incorporated into it in 1920.
1 miW
55°57'3"N • 3°17'29"W
Buttercup Farm Park, Edinburgh
27 min walk • Park
0.6 miNW
Museum
Barnton Quarry, Edinburgh
15 min walk • Barnton Quarry is a disused stone quarry in Corstorphine Hill, Clermiston, Edinburgh, Scotland. The site was later used as a military command centre, and is now being converted into a museum.
~1810 ftNE
Neighbourhood
Blackhall, Edinburgh
9 min walk • Blackhall is a suburb in the north west of the Scottish capital city Edinburgh. It is a mainly residential area with amenities including a library and a small number of shops.
1 miW
Neighbourhood
Drumbrae, Edinburgh
26 min walk • Drumbrae or Drum Brae is the name of a suburb of west Edinburgh, Scotland generally considered to be part of the neighbouring larger areas of Corstorphine and Clermiston. This is a commuter settlement as many people who live in the area travel to the centre of town to attend work.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Craigcrook Castle?

Nearby attractions include Blackhall, Edinburgh (9 min walk), Corstorphine Hill, Edinburgh (15 min walk), Ravelston, Edinburgh (15 min walk), Barnton Quarry, Edinburgh (15 min walk).

How to get to Craigcrook Castle by public transport?

The nearest stations to Craigcrook Castle:

Bus

Blackhall Library • Lines: 200, 41, 43 (12 min walk)
Marchfield Terrace • Lines: 43 (12 min walk)

Tram

Balgreen • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (33 min walk)
Murrayfield Stadium • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (37 min walk)