Introduction

Faside Castle is strategically placed near the top of a steep hill, 474ft above sea level. The castle is approximately eight miles east of Edinburgh, and two miles south east of Musselburgh. From the top of the tower it is possible to see as far as Dunbar, with panoramic views over the Firth of Forth with the hills of Fife behind. To the south are unspoilt views over the Lammermuir, Moorfoot and Pentland Hills and, at closer range the castle overlooks Edinburgh, Dalkeith, Musselburgh and Prestonpans.

The castle is surrounded by woodland and lies within the East Lothian Greenbelt. Arable land surrounds the remains of the barmkin wall, which once enclosed the castle and outbuildings. A horse breeding facility was established on the estate in 2007 and specialises in the breeding of both dressage and sports horses and aims to expand within the near future.

Within the grounds of the castle is a 17th Century barn that sits to the south of the castle. The barn was converted in 1996 into two houses which are both let as self catering accommodation. More recently it has become possible to stay within the castle.

Details on the both the self catering accommodation and the horse breeding are contained within this website.