Scheduled MonumentsScotlandInverallochy Castle

Inverallochy Castle

Scotland
HES SM97
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Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Inverallochy Castle is a late medieval fortress located in Aberdeenshire in northeast Scotland. The castle dates from the fifteenth century and was constructed by the Cheyne family, a prominent noble house in the region. The structure comprises a substantial square tower with outworks and demonstrates the defensive architecture typical of the period, featuring thick stone walls designed to withstand military assault. The site reflects the strategic importance of the Moray Firth coast and the power held by major landholding families during the later medieval period in Scotland.

Inverallochy Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM97. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Inverallochy Castle?

Inverallochy Castle is a late medieval fortress located in Aberdeenshire in northeast Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM97.

Who is responsible for protecting Inverallochy Castle?

Inverallochy 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 SM97.

What other scheduled monuments are near Inverallochy Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Combs, St Columba's Church (1.6 km), Knockmonean Cairn (2.4 km), Trefor Hill, motte (4.3 km).

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