Scottish Castles in East Lothian

East Lothian is home to many beautiful castles, steeped in history - waiting to be discovered and explored!

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A historic location in Scotland, is home to several castles, with rich and interesting histories.

East Lothian, a historic location in Scotland, is home to several castles with long, rich histories, making popular tourist attractions.

Dirleton Castle - Photo of Dirleton Castle in East Lothian, Scotland (© 2023 Stu Smith (https://www.flickr.com/photos/40139809@N00/53347273048/))
Photo of Dirleton Castle in East Lothian, Scotland
© 2023 Stu Smith (https://www.flickr.com/photos/40139809@N00/53347273048/)

Discover the stunning Scottish Castles in East Lothian

Tantallon Castle and Hailes Castle

Tantallon Castle perched on the cliffs looking out to the Firth of Forth and The Bass Rock, and Hailes Castle are hidden away along the banks of the River Tyne, making two great places to visit.

Dirleton Castle

Pay a visit to the beautiful gardens of Dirleton Castle in East Lothian. Complete with a romantic ruined castle, this is an opportunity to see a garden with a difference.

This medieval fortress, now in the care of Historic Scotland, played many a part throughout Scotland’s turbulent history.

Explore the arts and crafts-inspired garden and discover the world’s longest herbaceous border.

Other castles include:

Fa'side Castle

A 15th-century tower house located near Tranent, restored as a private residence.

Yester Castle

An ancient castle near Gifford, famous for its subterranean Goblin Ha' (hall).

Winton Castle

A 17th-century mansion that blends Scottish Baronial and Renaissance architectural styles, now used for events and weddings.

Tantallon Castle - View across to Tantallon Castle (© 2014 Magnus Hagdorn (https://www.flickr.com/photos/hagdorned/13893797521/))
View across to Tantallon Castle
© 2014 Magnus Hagdorn (https://www.flickr.com/photos/hagdorned/13893797521/)
Hailes Castle - Hailes Castle, East Lothian, Scotland (© 2007 Supergolden (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:HailesN.jpg))
Hailes Castle, East Lothian, Scotland
© 2007 Supergolden (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:HailesN.jpg)
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