Scheduled MonumentsScotlandGartartan Castle

Gartartan Castle

Scotland
HES SM7084
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Gartartan Castle is a fortified residence located in Perthshire, Scotland. The castle dates to the medieval period and represents a significant example of Scottish defensive architecture from this era. It stands as evidence of the regional power structures and settlement patterns characteristic of medieval Perthshire, reflecting the strategic importance of landholding in the Scottish Highlands and lowland margins during this time.

Gartartan Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7084. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Gartartan Castle?

Gartartan Castle is a fortified residence located in Perthshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7084.

Who is responsible for protecting Gartartan Castle?

Gartartan 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 SM7084.

What other scheduled monuments are near Gartartan Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cobleland, pillbox 170m NE of (1.1 km), Blarnaboard, cup & ring marked rock 250m NE of (2 km), Peel of Gartfarran,homestead moat 3200m NW of Buchlyvie (2.5 km).

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