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Parbroath Castle

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Parbroath Castle

Located near Parbroath farm, Creich, Fife, Scotland, Parbroath Castle is a ruined castle that was once the seat of Clan Seton.

History

  • The building's history dates back to the 16th century when James IV of Scotland granted it to John Seton and Alexander Seton of Parbroath in March 1512. The lands had been held by the crown for fifty years prior to this grant.
  • Over time, the castle played a significant role in Scottish history, with David Seton of Parbroath serving as comptroller of the Scottish exchequer for James VI and Chamberlain of Dunfermline for Anne of Denmark in 1590.

Architecture

The castle's architecture is characterized by its ruined state, with only a portion of a vault standing in a field. The layout and design of the castle are not well-documented due to its current state of disrepair.

Location

Parbroath Castle is situated at A913 in Creich, Fife, Scotland.

Current Status and Use

The castle is currently a ruin, with limited access for visitors. Its current use is as a historic site, preserved for its cultural significance.

Heritage Status

Parbroath Castle was designated a Category C listed building in 1984, recognizing its historical importance.

Visiting Information

Due to the castle's ruined state and limited accessibility, visiting information is not readily available. However, it can be found on the Wikipedia page dedicated to Parbroath Castle.

Notable Features and Rooms

Unfortunately, no notable features or rooms are documented for this castle due to its current state of disrepair.

Details

NameParbroath Castle
City
CountryUnited Kingdom
Coordinates56.346016, -3.0992093
Current usehistoric site