Scheduled MonumentsScotlandLangwell Castle or Achastle,230m E of Langwell House
230m e of langwell house

Langwell Castle or Achastle,230m E of Langwell House

Scotland
HES SM3437
Site type
230m e of langwell house
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Langwell Castle is a ruined stone structure located near Langwell House in Caithness, northern Scotland. The castle represents a modest fortification of medieval or early modern date, though precise chronological attribution remains uncertain from available documentation. Its physical remains survive as fragmentary stonework at the designated location, reflecting the defensive architecture characteristic of the Scottish Highlands during periods of clan-based territorial control. The site's archaeological and historical significance lies in its contribution to understanding settlement patterns and fortification strategies in the far north of Scotland.

Langwell Castle or Achastle,230m E of Langwell House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3437. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Langwell Castle or Achastle,230m E of Langwell House?

Langwell Castle is a ruined stone structure located near Langwell House in Caithness, northern Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3437.

Who is responsible for protecting Langwell Castle or Achastle,230m E of Langwell House?

Langwell Castle or Achastle,230m E of Langwell House 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 SM3437.

What other scheduled monuments are near Langwell Castle or Achastle,230m E of Langwell House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Berriedale Castle (0.5 km), Rinsary, broch and post-medieval farmstead 300m SSW of, Berriedale (0.6 km), Langwell House,cairn 400m SW of,Berriedale (0.7 km).

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