Reform Tower, Peterhead Explained

Reform Tower
Building Type:Tower
Location:Meethill, Peterhead, Aberdeenshire, Scotland
Coordinates:57.492°N -1.7989°W

Reform Tower is an historic structure in Meethill, an area to the southwest of the Scottish town of Peterhead, Aberdeenshire. Dating to 1832, it is now a Category B listed building. In five stages, each narrowing slightly, the tower is constructed of squared granite. It was originally designed to be an observatory, but was not completed.[1]

The tower's foundation stone was laid by George Mudie in August 1832. Its architect is not known.[1]

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  1. https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB16362 Reform Tower Meethill