Scheduled MonumentsScotlandLethendry Castle

Lethendry Castle

Scotland
HES SM13689
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Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Lethendry Castle is a medieval defensive structure located in Morayshire, Scotland. The castle dates to the medieval period and represents the type of fortified residence constructed by Scottish landowners during the Middle Ages. The site is recorded within the Historic Environment Record under the HES INSPIRE designation SM13689, marking its recognition as a significant archaeological monument. The physical remains reflect the defensive architectural practices of medieval Scotland, though detailed information about its specific construction phases and historical ownership would require consultation of primary historical sources and archaeological surveys.

Lethendry Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM13689. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Lethendry Castle?

Lethendry Castle is a medieval defensive structure located in Morayshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM13689.

Who is responsible for protecting Lethendry Castle?

Lethendry 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 SM13689.

What other scheduled monuments are near Lethendry Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Congash, chapel, burial ground and symbol stones, 500m SE of (2.9 km), Upper Port, standing stones W of (3.4 km).

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