Castles · Central Scotland
Cakemuir Castle
In or near Gorebridge.
Cakemuir Castle — a castle in Central Scotland, United Kingdom.

Richard Webb — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Gorebridge · 6.9 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Cakemuir Castle is a castle located in Central Scotland, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Cakemuir Castle is a castle located in central Scotland. It is notable for its historical significance and architectural features.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.8217, -2.9402
- District
- Midlothian
- Postcode
- EH37 5XR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Midlothian
- Nearest railway station
- Gorebridge — 6.9 km
Sources
- osm: way/900802699 (ODbL)
Other places nearby

Cakemuir Castle
Literary houses · 0.0 km

Falla Luggie Tower
Literary houses · 1.2 km

Cakemuir Burn
Vineyards · 2.2 km

Harle Rigging
Mountains & hills · 2.5 km

Harle Rigging
Mountains & hills · 2.5 km

Longfaugh
Archaeological sites · 2.8 km

Longfaugh
Vineyards · 2.8 km

Fala Dam
Villages · 2.8 km

Cakemuir Burn
Vineyards · 2.9 km

Bridge, Fala Dam Burn, Fala Dam
Historic bridges · 3.0 km

Crichton House
Historic houses · 3.5 km

Brotherstone Hill
Mountains & hills · 3.6 km
Nearby
📷 4Literary houses · Central Scotland
Cakemuir Castle
Cakemuir Castle — a literary house museum in scotland central.
📷 5Literary houses · Central Scotland
Falla Luggie Tower
Falla Luggie Tower — a literary house museum in scotland central.
📷 5Vineyards · Central Scotland
Cakemuir Burn
Cakemuir Burn — a UK vineyard in scotland central, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Harle Rigging
Harle Rigging — mountain in scotland central. Elevation: 269 m.
Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Harle Rigging
Harle Rigging — a hill or mountain in scotland central.
Archaeological sites · Central Scotland
Longfaugh
Longfaugh — an archaeological site in Central Scotland, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Cakemuir Castle
Places to stay
Campsites · Central Scotland
Borthwick
Borthwick — a campsite in scotland central.
Hotels · Central Scotland
Borthwick Castle Hotel
Borthwick Castle Hotel — a hotel in scotland central.
📷 5Campsites · Central Scotland
Lothian Bridge Caravan Park
Lothian Bridge Caravan Park — a campsite in scotland central.
Caravan parks · Central Scotland
Lauder - Camping and Caravanning Club Site
Lauder - Camping and Caravanning Club Site — a caravan park in scotland central.
📷 5Campsites · Central Scotland
Dalkeith Country Park Camping
Dalkeith Country Park Camping — a campsite in scotland central.
Places to eat & drink
Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Gothenburg Public House, 45 Buccleuch Street, Dalkeith
Gothenburg Public House, 45 Buccleuch Street, Dalkeith in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 7Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Coach and Horses Public House, 168 High Street, Dalkeith
Coach and Horses Public House, 168 High Street, Dalkeith in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
Historic pubs · Central Scotland
The Royal Esk, 128, 130 High Street, Musselburgh
The Royal Esk, 128, 130 High Street, Musselburgh in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Gothenburg Tavern, High Street, Prestonpans
Gothenburg Tavern, High Street, Prestonpans in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Craigiebield House Hotel, 50 Bog Road, Penicuik
Craigiebield House Hotel, 50 Bog Road, Penicuik in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Gardner's Arms Public House, Market Street, Haddington
Gardner's Arms Public House, Market Street, Haddington in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cakemuir Castle?
- Cakemuir Castle is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH37 5XR).
- What is Cakemuir Castle?
- Cakemuir Castle — a castle in Central Scotland, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Cakemuir Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Gorebridge, about 6.9 km away. The nearest town is Gorebridge. Drivers can use postcode EH37 5XR.
- Does Cakemuir Castle charge admission?
- Cakemuir Castle typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Cakemuir Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Gorebridge, about 6.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH37 5XR.