Scheduled MonumentsScotlandAsloun Castle

Asloun Castle

Scotland
HES SM11392
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Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Asloun Castle is a ruined castle located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, with origins traceable to the medieval period. The site represents a fortified residence of local landholding significance within the region's feudal landscape. The castle's remains reflect the defensive and domestic architectural traditions characteristic of Scottish lowland strongholds, though substantial sections have been lost to time and degradation. Its presence in the archaeological record provides evidence of settlement patterns and territorial control in Aberdeenshire during the medieval era.

Asloun Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM11392. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Asloun Castle?

Asloun Castle is a ruined castle located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, with origins traceable to the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM11392.

Who is responsible for protecting Asloun Castle?

Asloun Castle is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic Environment Scotland — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Scotland. The official designation reference is SM11392.

What other scheduled monuments are near Asloun Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Auld Kirk, ring cairn 150m E of Ardgathen (2.6 km), Forbes Church and burial ground (3.1 km), North Strone, stone circle 200m SSW of (4.3 km).

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