
Overview
James Leith built the first tower of what was to become known as Leith Hall in 1650. Since then subsequent Lairds have added to it so that now it is one of the finest examples of the ‘chateau' style castles in Scotland. It also boasts some of the finest gardens in Scotland within the 113 ha estate. The Hall is also one of the few Scottish castles to stay in the same family as it has been passed from father to son. The family itself had very strong military connections and the hall was a major stronghold in the Jacobite Rebellion of 1745-1746 with close ties to Bonnie Prince Charlie. On the eve of the fateful Battle of Cullodon, the Laird, Andrew Hays, was presented with a writing case by the Prince which is still in the museum. The museum also contains the only pardon ever given to a Jacobite by the English after the battle. In keeping with the Hall's military background, it was converted into an army hospital during The Great War. Tragedy struck in 1939 when the last two Lairds were k
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3 - 1RAF East Kirkby October 07, 2003
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3 - 2Moresby Hall October 14, 2003
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3 - 3Edinburgh Vaults October 21, 2003
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3 - 4Leith Hall October 28, 2003
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3 - 5Aberglasney House November 04, 2003
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3 - 6Tamworth Castle November 11, 2003
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3 - 7Fitz Manor November 18, 2003
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3 - 8Schooner Hotel November 25, 2003
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3 - 9The Muckleburgh Collection December 02, 2003
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3 - 10Galleries Of Justice December 09, 2003