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The Great Britain Guide

Castles Β· Scottish Lowlands

Cowdenknowes House

In or near Newtown St Boswells.

Cowdenknowes House β€” castle in scotland central.

Diamond Jubilee Path sign, Cowdenknowes - geograph.org.uk - 6771565

Jim Barton β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1.5 h–3 h
Nearest railway station
Tweedbank Β· 5.8 km

About

Cowdenknowes House is a castle located in scotland central. A British castle recorded in OpenStreetMap with a heritage quality signal.

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Place summary

Cowdenknowes House is a castle located in central Scotland. It is notable for its historic architecture and significance in the region. The castle is surrounded by expansive grounds, offering a glimpse into Scotland's architectural heritage. Visitors can appreciate the structure's design and setting within the picturesque landscape.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
55.6252, -2.6728
Postcode
TD4 6AA
Parliamentary constituency
Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk
Nearest railway station
Tweedbank β€” 5.8 km

Sources

Other places nearby

Nearby

Footbridge, Cowdenknowes - geograph.org.uk - 3456453πŸ“· 3

Castles Β· Scottish Lowlands

Cowdenknowes House

Cowdenknowes House β€” a castle in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

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The Eildon Hills from the summit of White Hill - geograph.org.uk - 8318213πŸ“· 5

Mountains & hills Β· Scottish Lowlands

White Hill

White Hill β€” a hill or mountain in scotland central.

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The Eildon Hills from the summit of White Hill - geograph.org.uk - 8318213πŸ“· 5

Mountains & hills Β· Scottish Lowlands

White Hill

White Hill β€” mountain in scotland central. Elevation: 217 m.

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Looking towards the Eildon Hills from Cowdenknowes Mains - geograph.org.uk - 8251736πŸ“· 5

Vineyards Β· Scottish Lowlands

White Hill, Earlston

White Hill, Earlston β€” a UK vineyard in scotland central, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.

Brocken Spectre on the Summit of Black Hill, Earlston - geograph.org.uk - 8033068πŸ“· 5

Mountains & hills Β· Scottish Lowlands

Black Hill

Black Hill β€” mountain in scotland central. Elevation: 314 m.

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Brocken Spectre on the Summit of Black Hill, Earlston - geograph.org.uk - 8033068πŸ“· 5

Mountains & hills Β· Scottish Lowlands

Black Hill

Black Hill β€” a hill or mountain in scotland central.

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Where to eat & stay near Cowdenknowes House

Places to stay

Old Milepost by Craighouse Farm, Earlston Parish - geograph.org.uk - 6045736πŸ“· 5

Caravan parks Β· Scottish Lowlands

Springlee

Springlee β€” a caravan park in scotland central.

Window-box, Melrose High Street - geograph.org.uk - 5120180πŸ“· 5

Hotels Β· Scottish Lowlands

The Townhouse

The Townhouse β€” a hotel in scotland central.

Free↗ thetownhousemelrose.co.uk
Roxburghshire Townscape , Eildon Hill Haggis Tour, Melrose - geograph.org.uk - 3573041πŸ“· 5

Hotels Β· Scottish Lowlands

George and Abbotsford Hotel

George and Abbotsford Hotel β€” a hotel in scotland central.

Roxburghshire Townscape , Lunchtime In Melrose - geograph.org.uk - 3572088πŸ“· 7

Hotels Β· Scottish Lowlands

Burt's Hotel

Burt's Hotel β€” a hotel in scotland central.

β†— burtshotel.co.uk
Roxburghshire Townscape , The Ship Inn, East Port, Melrose - geograph.org.uk - 3573044πŸ“· 5

Hotels Β· Scottish Lowlands

Station Hotel

Station Hotel β€” a hotel in scotland central.

School building in Melrose - geograph.org.uk - 4778306πŸ“· 5

Campsites Β· Scottish Lowlands

Gibson Park Caravan Club Site

Gibson Park Caravan Club Site β€” a campsite in scotland central.

Free↗ caravanclub.co.uk

Places to eat & drink

Roundabout in Clovenfords where the A72 and B710 meet - geograph.org.uk - 4775002πŸ“· 7

Historic pubs Β· Scottish Lowlands

Clovenfords Hotel, Clovenfords

Clovenfords Hotel, Clovenfords in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

β†— barrelandstone.co.uk
The 2025 Selkirk Standard Bearer, Darren Knox rides into Selkirk Market Square on his big day - geograph.org.uk - 8071243πŸ“· 6

Historic pubs Β· Scottish Lowlands

Town Arms Inn, 1 Market Place, Selkirk

Town Arms Inn, 1 Market Place, Selkirk in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

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Ladykirk roadside water fountain - geograph.org.uk - 4505622πŸ“· 5

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Bridge at Earlston - geograph.org.uk - 152449πŸ“· 4

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Cowdenknowes House?
Cowdenknowes House is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode TD4 6AA).
What is Cowdenknowes House?
Cowdenknowes House β€” castle in scotland central.
How do I get to Cowdenknowes House?
The nearest railway station is Tweedbank, about 5.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode TD4 6AA.
Does Cowdenknowes House charge admission?
Cowdenknowes House typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
How do I get to Cowdenknowes House?
The nearest railway station is Tweedbank, about 5.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TD4 6AA.