Appleton Tower

Appleton Tower
The tower in 2018, following the completion of extensive recladding works.
Interactive map of the Appleton Tower area
General information
TypeUniversity tower block
LocationEdinburgh, Scotland
Construction started
1963
Completed
1966
OwnerThe University of Edinburgh
Technical details
Floor count11
Design and construction
ArchitectsAlan Reiach, Eric Hall and Partners
Appleton Tower under renovation in 2016; works to reclad the tower and add another floor. The works were completed in 2017.
Appleton Tower under renovation, 2006; seen rising above the courtyard (also under repair) of 40 George Square

Appleton Tower is a tower block in Edinburgh, Scotland, owned by the University of Edinburgh.