Castle shortlisted for two Scottish Design Awards
June 5, 2025
Rosslyn Castle has been shortlisted in two categories in this year’s Scottish Design Awards, following the recently completed programme of restoration and repair.
The project at the Castle’s East Range included the re-roofing of the former Great Hall and Tower, bringing both back into use for the first time in over 350 years, the consolidation of the building’s historic stonework and the implementation of a new sustainable heating strategy. The work, which was funded by Rosslyn Chapel Trust, has now been shortlisted in two categories –
Winners will be announced at The Scottish Design Awards – described as ‘ Scotland’s most prestigious awards for architecture firms & design agencies’ – in Glasgow on 25th June.
The East Range of Rosslyn Castle is available for self-catering holiday accommodation through a partnership with The Landmark Trust.
Ian Gardner, Director of Rosslyn Chapel Trust, said: ‘I’m delighted to see that the 2-year project at Rosslyn Castle is being recognised at this year’s Scottish Design Awards. The project secures the long-term sustainability of Rosslyn Castle, protecting important masonry and transforming the experience for guests staying here, and these nominations recognise this innovative work and help us to raise awareness of it to a wider audience’.
Further information about the Castle project is available here.
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