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Adie
December 11, 2023
Hiking
Tweeddale Court is one of some 80 closes located along the Royal Mile. ‘Close’ is a Scottish word for an alleyway, also known as a Wynd, Court, or an Entry. They are often named after a notable person or family that lived in the close.
Theo
August 14, 2022
Hiking
Tweeddale Court is one of 80 closes that fall off the Royal Mile. As one of the busiest roads in Edinburgh, it can get overwhelming to walk down at times. So, escaping into the quiet closes is a lovely respite. ‘Close’ is a Scottish word for alleyways, but they can also be called wynd, court, and entry. They were often named after a notable person or family that lived in the close. Or, after the traders that settled in that area.
And, nice to know: Tweeddale Court featured in season 3 of the the serie Outlander.
thirdeyetraveller.com/tweeddale-court-outlander-location
And, nice to know: Tweeddale Court featured in season 3 of the the serie Outlander.
thirdeyetraveller.com/tweeddale-court-outlander-location
Matt Charnley
April 28, 2023
Hiking
Tweeddale Court is one the best examples of closes and wynds in Edinburgh. His entrance is located opposite the Scottish Storytelling Centre, nearby the World’s End pub. Tweeddale Court is …
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