North from Knight's Law Tower, Penicuik Estate
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North from Knight's Law Tower, Penicuik Estate
Image: © Jim Barton Taken: 30 Nov 2018
The tower was built between 1748 and 1750, designed by Sir John Clerk as a viewpoint (belvedere) and also a dovecot. It has been restored and, after felling the surrounding trees, is a clearly visible local landmark. Compare with Image taken in 2010. In view is the visitors' car park off the A766. The Penicuik House Preservation Trust website gives some further background: http://www.penicuikhouse.co.uk/support-us/the-knights-law-tower-project/
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Image Location
Latitude
55.826007
Longitude
-3.247425