Scheduled MonumentsScotlandDenmylne Castle 1600m SE of Newburgh

Denmylne Castle 1600m SE of Newburgh

Scotland
HES SM852
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Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Denmylne Castle is a ruined fortified structure located in Fife, southeast of Newburgh, dating from the medieval period. The monument consists of the remains of a defensive stone structure typical of Scottish baronial architecture, though significant portions have been lost to time and deterioration. The site represents an important element of the settlement and land control patterns that characterized medieval Fife, reflecting the strategic importance of locations in this region during the feudal period. The castle's surviving remains provide evidence of domestic and defensive arrangements characteristic of the medieval Scottish lowlands.

Denmylne Castle 1600m SE of Newburgh is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM852. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Denmylne Castle 1600m SE of Newburgh?

Denmylne Castle is a ruined fortified structure located in Fife, southeast of Newburgh, dating from the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM852.

Who is responsible for protecting Denmylne Castle 1600m SE of Newburgh?

Denmylne Castle 1600m SE of Newburgh 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 SM852.

What other scheduled monuments are near Denmylne Castle 1600m SE of Newburgh?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dunshelt Plantation,earthwork (7.4 km), Ravenshall, homestead & ring-ditches N of (7.6 km), Strathmiglo Churchyard,symbol stone (8 km).

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