Location and coordinates are for the approximate centre of Polton within this administrative area. Geographic features and populated places may cross administrative borders.
Gazetteer of the British Isles (Edinburgh: Bartholomew, 1887). John Bartholomew
Polton, vil. with ry. sta., Lasswade par., Edinburghshire, on river North Esk, 1½ mile SW. of Lasswade; P.O.; has papermills; Polton House, seat, is in vicinity.