Pencaitland

Settlement in East Lothian

Scotland

Pencaitland

Winton House Early 17th century house, with large additions about 1805. At the time the photograph was taken it was known as Winton House, but is now known as Winton Castle.
It is Category A listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB18948" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB18948">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.

Scanned from an AGFA colour transparency. — Winton House Credit: Richard Sutcliffe

Pencaitland is a small village located in East Lothian, Scotland. It is situated approximately 12 miles east of Edinburgh and is surrounded by picturesque countryside. The village is known for its historic buildings, including the 12th century St. Andrew's Church and the 17th century Pencaitland Parish Church.

Pencaitland has a close-knit community and offers a range of amenities for residents and visitors. These include a primary school, village hall, post office, pub, and a small selection of shops. The village is also home to various sports clubs and community groups, providing opportunities for residents to socialize and stay active.

The surrounding area of Pencaitland is characterized by rolling farmland, woodlands, and rivers, making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The village is located near several walking and cycling trails, as well as opportunities for fishing and birdwatching.

Overall, Pencaitland offers a peaceful and scenic setting for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, while still being within easy reach of Edinburgh and other nearby towns.

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Pencaitland Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.901842/-2.8971916 or Grid Reference NT4468. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Winton House Early 17th century house, with large additions about 1805. At the time the photograph was taken it was known as Winton House, but is now known as Winton Castle.
It is Category A listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB18948" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB18948">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.

Scanned from an AGFA colour transparency.

Winton House

Early 17th century house, with large additions about 1805. At the time the photograph was taken it was known as Winton House, but is now known as Winton Castle. It is Category A listed Link

. Scanned from an AGFA colour transparency.

Richard Sutcliffe

Pencaitland Seen from Winton House.

Scanned from an AGFA colour transparency.

Pencaitland

Seen from Winton House. Scanned from an AGFA colour transparency.

Richard Sutcliffe

Grass and woodland, Winton House The driveway leads from the house to the B6355.

Grass and woodland, Winton House

The driveway leads from the house to the B6355.

Richard Sutcliffe

Winton House Early 17th century house, with large additions about 1805. At the time the photograph was taken it was known as Winton House, but is now known as Winton Castle.
It is Category A listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB18948" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB18948">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.

The garden ornament features a peacock.

Scanned from an AGFA colour transparency.

Winton House

Early 17th century house, with large additions about 1805. At the time the photograph was taken it was known as Winton House, but is now known as Winton Castle. It is Category A listed Link

. The garden ornament features a peacock. Scanned from an AGFA colour transparency.

Richard Sutcliffe

Daffodil time At Winton House. The house dates from the early 17th century, with large additions about 1805. At the time the photograph was taken it was known as Winton House, but is now known as Winton Castle.
It is Category A listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB18948" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB18948">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.

Scanned from an AGFA colour transparency.

Daffodil time

At Winton House. The house dates from the early 17th century, with large additions about 1805. At the time the photograph was taken it was known as Winton House, but is now known as Winton Castle. It is Category A listed Link

. Scanned from an AGFA colour transparency.

Richard Sutcliffe

An interesting tree Beside the drive approaching Wilton House. The house dates from the early 17th century, with large additions about 1805. At the time the photograph was taken it was known as Winton House, but is now known as Winton Castle.
It is Category A listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB18948" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB18948">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.

Scanned from an AGFA colour transparency.

An interesting tree

Beside the drive approaching Wilton House. The house dates from the early 17th century, with large additions about 1805. At the time the photograph was taken it was known as Winton House, but is now known as Winton Castle. It is Category A listed Link

. Scanned from an AGFA colour transparency.

Richard Sutcliffe

Arthur McLeod Pavilion Changing facilities at the football pitch in Pencaitland.

Arthur McLeod Pavilion

Changing facilities at the football pitch in Pencaitland.

Cemetery, Pencaitland

Cemetery, Pencaitland

Football pitch, Pencaitland

Football pitch, Pencaitland

Vinefields, Pencaitland

Vinefields, Pencaitland

Path, Vinefields Two streets which were intended to be dead ends have been linked by an informal path through the berberis.

Path, Vinefields

Two streets which were intended to be dead ends have been linked by an informal path through the berberis.

Woodland, Pencaitland Woodland along the Tyne upstream of Spilmersford.

Woodland, Pencaitland

Woodland along the Tyne upstream of Spilmersford.

Newish houses, Pencaitland 2000s built houses off Lime Kilns in Easter Pencaitland.

Newish houses, Pencaitland

2000s built houses off Lime Kilns in Easter Pencaitland.

Vinefields, Easter Pencaitland

Vinefields, Easter Pencaitland

Strip wood, Easter Pencaitland The wood predates the housing on former farmland on either side. There is now a path down it.

Strip wood, Easter Pencaitland

The wood predates the housing on former farmland on either side. There is now a path down it.

The Green, Pencaitland

The Green, Pencaitland

Winton Arms, Pencaitland Undergoing some major building work. Unsure if this is a permanent closure or not at this time.
--
2023
Now open again

Winton Arms, Pencaitland

Undergoing some major building work. Unsure if this is a permanent closure or not at this time. -- 2023 Now open again

Woodhall Place, Wester Pencaitland

Woodhall Place, Wester Pencaitland

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Pencaitland is located at Grid Ref: NT4468 (Lat: 55.901842, Lng: -2.8971916)

Unitary Authority: East Lothian

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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