Historic houses · Scottish Lowlands
The old wash house
In or near Gordon.
The old wash house — a historic house in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Richard Sutcliffe — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
The old wash house is a historic house located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Mellerstain House is a historic estate located in the Scottish Borders, known for its beautiful gardens and guided tours of the house. Visitors can explore the grounds year-round and enjoy refreshments at the café on select days.
Place summary
The Old Wash House is a historic house located in central Scotland. This site reflects the traditional practices of laundry in the past, showcasing the importance of such facilities in domestic life. Its designation as a historic structure underscores its cultural significance in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 55.6429, -2.5570
- District
- Scottish Borders
- Postcode
- TD3 6LG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk
- Phone
- 01573 410225
- Opening
- Grounds and Garden open all week; House open for guided tours Fri–Mon, 11.30am & 2pm, from May 1 to Sep 28.
- Official site
- www.mellerstain.com
Sources
- osm: way/150486503 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The old wash house?
- The old wash house is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode TD3 6LG).
- What is The old wash house?
- The old wash house — a historic house in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The old wash house?
- Drivers can use postcode TD3 6LG.
- How do I get to The old wash house?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode TD3 6LG. It sits within the Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk parliamentary constituency.