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| You've probably seen in the About Me page that I live in Prestonpans and thought 'Where?!?', well here's an insight into my hometown. |
| Located between Musselburgh and Cockenzie. Prestonpans was created a burgh in 1552 and over time it became a collection of joined villages including Aldhamer, Preston and Cuthill. Known Mainly for its coal and salt industries, there was also fishing (including oyster beds offshore) and the making of pottery and bricks. The Guild of Chapmen (pedlars) also met annually here until late 19th century to elect their 'King'. Mining ended with the closure of Prestongrange colliery in 1952. |
| General Overview |
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| The early post-Reformation parish church (1596, enlarged 1774) has an 18th century painting of a fishing scene. other sights include Mercat cross, Preston Tower (15th century shell), a war memorial 1921, two large doocots and two 17th century mansions, Hamilton House and Northfield House. Harlawhill House, from the late 17th and early 18th century is described as 'a townscape gem despite dereliction'. |
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| Prestonpans, East Lothian |
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