
Scotstoun

A map of the Clyde and Tweed basins
Robert Gordon, c. 1636 – 1652map image courtesy of NLS
Robert Gordon, c. 1636 – 1652map image courtesy of NLS
Scotstoun is marked as a tower named Scorstoun, presumably a transcribing error, on Gordon’s mid-17th century map.
I have placed the location of the tower at Scotstoun House, built in the 18th century, pending further research.
Alternative names for Scotstoun
Scorstoun; Scotston
Where is Scotstoun?
Scotstoun is in the parish of Newlands and the county of Peeblesshire.
Grid reference: NT 14201 45415
Lat / long: 55.694580, -3.366520