Castles · Central Scotland
Dalkeith Palace
In or near Danderhall.
Dalkeith Palace — historic house in Dalkeith, Midlothian, Scotland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Eskbank · 2.2 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
Getting there & planning your visit
Dalkeith Palace is located in central Scotland, with the nearest railway station being Eskbank, approximately 2.2 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is EH22 1AD. Accessibility is limited for wheelchair users.
About
Dalkeith Palace is a castle in the United Kingdom — fortified architecture from the medieval, Tudor, or Victorian-revival period. Heritage designation: category A listed building. Wikidata describes it as: "historic house in Dalkeith, Midlothian, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 55.8996°, -3.0679°.
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Heritage listing
Dalkeith Palace is a country house in Dalkeith, Midlothian, Scotland. It was the seat of the Dukes of Buccleuch from 1642 until 1914, and is owned by the Buccleuch Living Heritage Trust. The present palace was built 1701–1711 on the site of the medieval Dalkeith Castle, and was latterly renamed Dalkeith House.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Official information
Dalkeith Museum showcases the rich history and heritage of Dalkeith through various exhibitions, including displays on local industries, wartime contributions, and notable historical figures. The museum is housed in the restored Dalkeith Corn Exchange, providing a welcoming space for visitors to explore the town's past.
From the Wikipedia article
Dalkeith Palace is a country house in Dalkeith, Midlothian, Scotland. It was the seat of the Dukes of Buccleuch from 1642 until 1914, and is owned by the Buccleuch Living Heritage Trust. The present palace was built 1701–1711 on the site of the medieval Dalkeith Castle, and was latterly renamed Dalkeith House.
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Background
Description
Dalkeith Castle was located on the same site as the present palace, to the north east of Dalkeith. It dated from the 12th century when it was in the possession of the Clan Graham, Lords of Dalkeith. With the death of John de Graham in 1341–1342 the castle and the barony of Dalkeith passed to the Clan Douglas via his sister, Marjory, who was married to Sir William Douglas. James Douglas of Dalkeith became the Earl of Morton in the mid 15th century. The castle was strategically located in an easily defensible position above a bend in the River North Esk. Nearer the centre of Dalkeith, James Douglas, 1st Lord Dalkeith, endowed the collegiate church in 1406, where Douglas earls, lords, and…
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- Coordinates
- 55.8996, -3.0679
- District
- Midlothian
- Postcode
- EH22 1AD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Midlothian
- Phone
- 0131 663 4683
- Established
- 1711
- Nearest railway station
- Eskbank — 2.2 km
- Opening
- Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 10.30am–3.30pm; Saturdays 10.30am–3.30pm
Sources
- wikidata: Q5211070 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Dalkeith Palace (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Dalkeith Palace.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Memorials & monuments · 0.5 km
Coach and Horses Public House, 168 High Street, Dalkeith
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Lugton Bridge
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Laundry Bridge, Dalkeith House
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The Hermitage
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Dalkeith Policies, Amphitheatre
Open-air theatres · 0.6 km
New Cow Bridge
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Places to eat & drink
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Dalkeith Palace?
- Dalkeith Palace is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH22 1AD).
- What is Dalkeith Palace?
- Dalkeith Palace — historic house in Dalkeith, Midlothian, Scotland, UK.
- How do I get to Dalkeith Palace?
- The nearest railway station is Eskbank, about 2.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH22 1AD.
- When was Dalkeith Palace built?
- Built or established in 1711.
- Who owns Dalkeith Palace?
- Dalkeith Palace is owned by Buccleuch Living Heritage Trust.
- Is Dalkeith Palace a listed building?
- Dalkeith Palace is officially recognised as category A listed building listed.
- Does Dalkeith Palace charge admission?
- Dalkeith Palace typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Dalkeith Palace?
- The nearest railway station is Eskbank, about 2.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH22 1AD.