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Planning in Thirlestane

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About Thirlestane

Thirlestane Castle, located near Lauder in the Scottish Borders, is set on elevated ground known as Castle Hill, within the picturesque Lauderdale valley. Owned by the Maitland family since 1587, this historic site served as the residence of the Earls of Lauderdale and underwent significant expansions in the 1670s and 19th century. Currently maintained by a charitable trust, Thirlestane Castle is open to the public, making it a notable landmark for those exploring planning applications in the area.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Thirlestane area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Thirlestane a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Thirlestane planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Thirlestane, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.