United Kingdom
Scotland
South Scotland
Penicuik And District
Castlelaw Fort and Earth House
United Kingdom
Scotland
South Scotland
Penicuik And District
Castlelaw Fort and Earth House
Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 59 out of 61 hikers
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Pentland Hills Regional Park
Location: Penicuik And District, South Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom
5.0
(1)
22
01:08
3.22km
190m
4.7
(31)
136
03:19
11.0km
360m
5.0
(3)
61
10:12
27.8km
1,480m
Castlelaw Fort was home to an Iron Age community. There are a series of ditches and ramparts that would have formed a strong defence. The earth house which is known as a souterrain is of particular interest although it's actual use is not known.
July 12, 2023
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Location: Penicuik And District, South Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom
5.0
(1)
22
01:08
3.22km
190m
4.7
(31)
136
03:19
11.0km
360m
5.0
(3)
61
10:12
27.8km
1,480m