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Balfour Castle, Orkney

Balfour Castle is a mid 19th-century castellated mansion, located near Balfour on the island of Shapinsay, Orkney. It is within the council area of Orkney Islands.
Historic Environment Scotland Category A Listed LB18615.

Place Type: Victorian House
Historic County: Orkney
Island: Shapinsay
Lat, Long: 59.031704,-2.9167724
Grid Reference: HY 4747 1643
Civil Parish: Shapinsay CP
Council Area: Orkney Islands CA
Police Area: Scotland (Highlands and Islands) PA
Devolved Legislature:  Scottish Parliament

GBPN ID: 320936
Entry Type: Main listing (P)

 GBPN URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Balfour_Castle,_Orkney_320936
 Wikidata: https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q4850755