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Tantallon Castle (Scotland)
 Tantallon Castle (Scotland) ... in 1651 has ensured that Tantallon Castle is but a shadow of its former self. But what remains is dramatic and impressive, offering considerable scope for exploration and plenty of opportunity for sufferers of vertigo to check whether they've overcome it yet. Stairs allow access to the walkway running most of the length of the curtain wall and to the top of the Mid Tower.Newest Review: ... small, but the castle seems to attract only a handful of visitors at any one time, so this should not cause a problem. If you are travelling by public transport, the site is not as easy to reach. North Berwick train station is about three miles away, but I didn’t notice any bus routes nearby, so you would probably need to get a taxi to the actual castle. ADMISSION AND GUIDE The castle is ... more ... open all year round, but has different opening hours on certain days, and at different times of the day. During the summer, the castle is open from 09.30 until 18.30 daily, seven days a week. During the Winter, the hours are rather shorter, so I...more |
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Tantallon Castle (Scotland): Tantalising Tantallon (1269 words)
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Situated on the North Berwick coastline, Tantallon Castle is without a doubt one of the most stunning castles that you could possibly hope to find. The 14th century ruins perch on the cliff’s edge, providing a spectacular backdrop and one of the most atmospheric historic buildings that I have ever visited. VERY BRIEF HISTORY OF TANTALLON CASTLE The original coastal fortress of Tantallon Castle was built in 1350 and was based on the design of a French chateau. The castle has a rich history, involving many kings and queens, notably Henry VII and James V. Tantallon’s most bloody days were in the 1600s when Cromwell ordered his troops to attack the ... Read the complete review
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