Ballencrieff, a mansion in Aberlady parish, Haddingtonshire, 1¾ mile SE of Aberlady village. It is a seat of Lord Elibank, owner of 1863 acres iii the shire, valued at £5565 per annum. Occupying a fine site, and surrounded by stately trees, it enjoys an extensive prospect. Patrick Murray, fifth Lord Elibank, here entertained Dr Sainuel Johnson in 1773. A hospital, dedicated to St Cuthbert, is said to have been founded here in the 12th century. See Darn Hall.
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