Scheduled MonumentsScotlandCreich Castle

Creich Castle

Scotland
HES SM848
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Creich Castle is a medieval fortress located in Fife, Scotland, with origins dating to the medieval period. The castle survives as substantial ruins comprising a tower and associated structures that reflect its function as a defensive residence controlling the local landscape. The site holds significance within the broader context of Fife's feudal settlement patterns and the region's medieval territorial organization. Though detailed documentary records of the castle remain limited, the physical remains demonstrate the constructional methods and architectural conventions typical of Scottish medieval military architecture.

Creich Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM848. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Creich Castle?

Creich Castle is a medieval fortress located in Fife, Scotland, with origins dating to the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM848.

Who is responsible for protecting Creich Castle?

Creich 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 SM848.

What other scheduled monuments are near Creich Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Lordscairnie Castle,4800m NW of Cupar (3.9 km), Collairnie Castle (4.6 km), Cupar, St Christopher's Church (remains of) (7.1 km).

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