Scheduled MonumentsScotlandGilbertfield Castle

Gilbertfield Castle

Scotland
HES SM5270
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Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Gilbertfield Castle is a late medieval stronghold situated in Lanarkshire, South Lanarkshire, Scotland. The castle dates from the fifteenth century and represents a typical tower house of its period, a fortified residential structure characteristic of Scottish nobility and landed gentry during the late medieval era. The site demonstrates the architectural conventions of Scottish defensive domestic architecture, with its tower-based design reflecting the security concerns and social status of its inhabitants. The castle remains an important example of late medieval Scottish baronial architecture and settlement patterns in the region.

Gilbertfield Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5270. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Gilbertfield Castle?

Gilbertfield Castle is a late medieval stronghold situated in Lanarkshire, South Lanarkshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5270.

Who is responsible for protecting Gilbertfield Castle?

Gilbertfield 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 SM5270.

What other scheduled monuments are near Gilbertfield Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Greenlees Cottages,motte SE of (1.4 km), Long Calderwood, cairn 40m SSW of 1 Cadell Gardens (2.6 km), Blantyre Priory (3.4 km).

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