Ever wondered what a 16th-century status symbol looked like? Here at Dovecot Road in Corstorphine, stands the Corstorphine Dovecot. It’s a remarkable survivor of a bygone era. This isn’t just any old building. This dovecot was once a vital part of the Corstorphine Castle estate. Imagine, in the 1500s, this area bustled with activity from the now-vanished castle. The dovecot, or “doocot” as it was known, served a practical purpose. It provided a steady supply of squabs (young pigeons) for the castle’s kitchens. More than that, it was a visible declaration of the estate’s wealth and prestige. The Corstorphine Dovecot is a testament to its builders. The base is an impressive 89 feet in diameter. The walls are almost 4 feet thick. Each layer of stone is slightly recessed, creating the distinctive beehive shape. Look closely and you can see the access holes for the pigeons, punctuating the south wall. Inside, there are 28 tiers of nests, providing space for an astounding 1060 pigeon families. While the castle itself has vanished, leaving no trace, the Corstorphine Dovecot endures. It stands as a solitary sentinel, a reminder of the grandeur of the Corstorphine Castle estate. It offers a glimpse into a world where even the housing of pigeons was an architectural statement. Today, nestled amongst modern homes, the Corstorphine Dovecot remains a popular Edinburgh landmark. It’s a charming and unusual sight, offering a unique window into the past.
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