Repentance Tower | |
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Near Annan, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland UK grid reference NY155722 |
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Coordinates | 55°02′15″N 3°19′23″W / 55.037563°N 3.322951°W |
Type | Tower house |
Height | 30 feet to parapet walk |
Site information | |
Owner | Private |
Condition | Preserved |
Site history | |
Built | 1565 |
Built by | John Maxwell |
Materials | Sandstone |
Repentance Tower is a 16th-century tower house situated near Annan, Dumfries and Galloway. Built in 1565 by John Maxwell, it served as a watchtower for Hoddom Castle. The tower takes its name from an inscription above the door.