Scheduled MonumentsScotlandCollairnie Castle

Collairnie Castle

Scotland
HES SM847
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Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Collairnie Castle is a ruined stronghold located in Fife, Scotland. The castle dates from the medieval period and represents a significant example of fortified domestic architecture in the region. Little remains of the structure today beyond fragmentary ruins, though the site preserves evidence of its former importance as a defensive residence. The castle reflects the pattern of castle-building activity across Fife during the medieval centuries, when fortified strongholds served both military and administrative functions for local landowners.

Collairnie Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM847. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Collairnie Castle?

Collairnie Castle is a ruined stronghold located in Fife, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM847.

Who is responsible for protecting Collairnie Castle?

Collairnie 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 SM847.

What other scheduled monuments are near Collairnie Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Heatherinch, enclosures W of (7.9 km), Drumtenant, enclosures & unenclosed settlement 380m WNW of (8 km), Shiells, settlements 665m NW of (8.2 km).

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