9 Table of Contents The history of Stoneypath TowerThe early historyThe current dayStoneypath Tower TimelineStoneypath Tower factsTourism Stoneypath Tower is a gorgeous L-plan tower house now in a ruin that dates back from the late sixteenth century. It is situated roughly 3.5 miles (5.6km south of East Linton and the east of the Whittinghame Water in East Lothian, Scotland. The history of Stoneypath Tower The ever so beautiful Stoneypath Tower stands on a promontory that is defended by rugged, steep slopes on three of its sides. It may also include part of a keep that was built in the century beforehand. It stands between the charming Whittinghame Tower and Nunraw, on a rough grassy ridge beside the Pappana water. Unfortunately, very little of its history is known. The early history Stoneypath Tower at first was a property of the Lyles. However, it soon passed in succession the Hamiltons of Innerwick, the Douglases of Whittinghame, and the Setons. There are thoughts and some evidence that it may have been blown up at some point. The tower was built in the 15th century. The current day By the time the late 19th century rolled around, the building was in complete ruin. However, by the early 21st century, it had been fully restored. The property is now privately owned and there are hopes that it will be turned into a family home. “Stoneypath Tower – restoration complete“, by M J Richardson, is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0 Stoneypath Tower Timeline 15th century- Stoneypath Tower is built19th century- The building is in complete ruinEarly 21st century- The tower has been fully restored “Stoneypath Tower“, by neil roger, is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 Stoneypath Tower facts Stoneypath Tower stands on a promontory defended by steep slopes on three sidesThere were originally three stories of the castleThe building was fully restored in the 21st centuryThe original entrance, approached by an external stair, has been sealedThe walls are incredibly thick, measuring around 2.7 meters wide at ground level Tourism Since being restored, Stoneypath Tower has become a private residence. This means that visitors are not permitted within or around the castle as it is private property. Nearby, you can visit Tantallon Castle, the National Museum of Flight, the Scottish Seabird Centre, Dirleton Castle and Gardens, and Bass Rock. If you liked reading about Stoneypath Tower, you should definitely read about Carrick Castle & Ackergill Tower!
