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Bakehouse Close

The best-preserved 16th-century courtyard in the Canongate, famous as Malcolm's print shop in Outlander.

Bakehouse Close

About Bakehouse Close

Heritage background, architectural provenance & visitor guide

A Preserved 17th-Century Courtyard

Preserving its original medieval footprint, Bakehouse Close features Acheson House (1633) and historic timber forestairs. The courtyard famously served as the filming location for Jamie Fraser's print shop in Outlander.

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