Scheduled MonumentsScotlandFintry Castle, remains of
Remains of

Fintry Castle, remains of

Scotland
HES SM7085
Site type
Remains of
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Fintry Castle is a ruined medieval fortress located in Stirlingshire, Scotland. The remains consist of a substantially intact stone tower house that dates to the fifteenth century, representing a typical defensive residence of the Scottish nobility during the late medieval period. The castle stands as evidence of the strategic importance of the Fintry estate within central Scotland during this era. The surviving structure preserves characteristic features of tower house architecture, including thick stone walls designed for both domestic occupation and defensive purposes.

Fintry Castle, remains of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7085. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Fintry Castle, remains of?

Fintry Castle is a ruined medieval fortress located in Stirlingshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7085.

Who is responsible for protecting Fintry Castle, remains of?

Fintry Castle, remains of 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 SM7085.

What other scheduled monuments are near Fintry Castle, remains of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Double Craigs,hut circle (1.3 km), Craigton,dun 460m N of (1.6 km), Waterhead, two standing stones 800m ENE of (2.9 km).

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