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Title: Roslin/Rosslyn Castle
Post by: bobbybob on Wednesday 26 September 12 21:40 BST (UK)

Hi,
Looking for some help in tracing staff who worked at Roslin Castle. My great grandmother x2, Sarah Allan/Swan, born, c1842 or my great grandmother Grace Donaldson/Allan, born, 1867. One or both worked as sewing maids or domestic servants in the Castle. I would be very grateful for any help. Both had a spell in living in Roslin.

Iain

Title: Re: Roslin/Rosslyn Castle
Post by: Templar75 on Monday 01 October 12 14:33 BST (UK)

Hi bobbybob,

                       the Castle was destroyed in 1544 then partially rebuilt this is all that is left of it, I have added photos for you where they would have worked one has an arrow pointing to it, try and contact Rosslyn Chapel Trust and see if they can help you.

Cheers.

Archie.

Title: Re: Roslin/Rosslyn Castle
Post by: Skoosh on Monday 01 October 12 22:58 BST (UK)

It's let by the Landmark Trust, I was supposed to be a guest there two Winters ago but the birthday bash was cancelled due to frozen pipes.

Skoosh.

Title: Re: Roslin/Rosslyn Castle
Post by: Templar75 on Tuesday 02 October 12 11:47 BST (UK)

Hi Skoosh,

                 thanks for the useful information I thought somebody stayed there but goes to show, I doubt if there would be any records of employment for Ian.

Cheers.

Archie.

Title: Re: Roslin/Rosslyn Castle
Post by: Skoosh on Saturday 06 October 12 11:17 BST (UK)

Archie,  quite reasonable to hire off-season, except for Xmas & New Year. Stayed in Castle of Park at Glen Luce, Landmark Trust again. Seven foot thick walls, central heating, just superb.

Bests,

Skoosh.