Scheduled MonumentsScotlandEsslemont Castle

Esslemont Castle

Scotland
HES SM3400
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Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Esslemont Castle is a late medieval fortified residence located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. The castle dates from the fifteenth or sixteenth century and represents the domestic architecture of the Scottish landed gentry during this period. The structure originally comprised a tower house with associated outbuildings, characteristic of defensive residences built during the late medieval era when such fortifications remained common among nobility and prosperous landowners in northeast Scotland. The castle's remains contribute to our understanding of domestic and military architecture in early modern Aberdeenshire.

Esslemont Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3400. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Esslemont Castle?

Esslemont Castle is a late medieval fortified residence located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3400.

Who is responsible for protecting Esslemont Castle?

Esslemont 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 SM3400.

What other scheduled monuments are near Esslemont Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including East Kinharrachie, cairn 335m ENE of (1.6 km), Annand Memorial,Ellon churchyard (2.8 km), Ellon Castle (Old) (3 km).

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