Cranshaws Castle: Historic Building Record and Anlytical Assessment

Addyman Archaeology were commissioned by Craig Hamilton Architects on behalf of Mayshiels Estate to undertake an historic building survey at the Category A listed Cranshaws Castle, Cranshaws Parish, Berwickshire. A recently commissioned set of as-existing survey drawings was marked up with analytical and phasing information . A systematic photographic survey was also compiled . An assessment of readily available historical and secondary source material was made, including early cartographic representations. Some primary sources for the site were also located and consulted. The second phase of work followed the removal of cement harl. A detail drawn record was made of the exposed stone work. Drawings were produced showing phasing and alterations. The exterior was also rephotographed in detail. A watching brief was undertaken out side the tower house, and monitoring undertaken on the interior stripping.