Scheduled MonumentsScotlandKingsbarns Castle, 700m NE of Kingsbarns
700m ne of kingsbarns

Kingsbarns Castle, 700m NE of Kingsbarns

Scotland
HES SM7691
Site type
700m ne of kingsbarns
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Kingsbarns Castle is a ruined medieval stronghold located approximately 700 metres northeast of the village of Kingsbarns in Fife, Scotland. The castle dates to the medieval period, though precise construction dates remain uncertain from the available historical record. The site comprises fragmentary remains of stone fortification typical of medieval Scottish defensive architecture. The castle occupies a strategic location in the East Neuk of Fife, an area of significant medieval settlement and landed power.

Kingsbarns Castle, 700m NE of Kingsbarns is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7691. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Kingsbarns Castle, 700m NE of Kingsbarns?

Kingsbarns Castle is a ruined medieval stronghold located approximately 700 metres northeast of the village of Kingsbarns in Fife, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7691.

Who is responsible for protecting Kingsbarns Castle, 700m NE of Kingsbarns?

Kingsbarns Castle, 700m NE of Kingsbarns 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 SM7691.

What other scheduled monuments are near Kingsbarns Castle, 700m NE of Kingsbarns?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Crail Airfield,pillbox 300m E of Wormistone House (3.5 km), Crail Golf Club, Pill Box near the Club House (4.3 km), Danes Dike,earthwork,Fife Ness (4.5 km).

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