Scheduled MonumentsScotlandCrawford Castle or Lindsay Tower

Crawford Castle or Lindsay Tower

Scotland
HES SM2633
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Crawford Castle is a medieval fortification located in South Lanarkshire, Scotland. The site comprises the remains of a tower structure that dates to the medieval period, reflecting the defensive architecture typical of Scottish border strongholds. The castle served as a seat of local power and would have functioned as both a residence and fortified position for its lords. The monument survives today as substantial ruins that contribute to the archaeological and architectural record of medieval Lanarkshire.

Crawford Castle or Lindsay Tower is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM2633. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Crawford Castle or Lindsay Tower?

Crawford Castle is a medieval fortification located in South Lanarkshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM2633.

Who is responsible for protecting Crawford Castle or Lindsay Tower?

Crawford Castle or Lindsay Tower 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 SM2633.

What other scheduled monuments are near Crawford Castle or Lindsay Tower?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Glengeith, settlement, bastle house and field system (4.5 km), Bodsberry Hill to Little Clyde,Roman road (5.4 km), Air Cleuch,cairns 1300m S of Glengeith (5.8 km).

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