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Description: Old Gala House, Galashiels The fine old house was built in 1583 (with later extensions) for the Pringles of Galashiels. Sir James left the house in 1632 because financial difficulties and the house passed to Hugh Scott after marriage to Sir James' daughter, Jean. The Scotts lived in the house until 1876 when they moved to New Gala House (now demolished. The house is now a museum and very much used by the community.
Title: Old Gala House, Galashiels - geograph.org.uk - 934771
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