Scheduled MonumentsScotlandSir John de Graham's Castle

Sir John de Graham's Castle

Scotland
HES SM4278
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Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Sir John de Graham's Castle is a medieval fortified site located in Stirlingshire, Scotland. The castle is associated with Sir John de Graham, a prominent Scottish knight of the late thirteenth and early fourteenth centuries who was a supporter of William Wallace during the Wars of Scottish Independence. The site represents the defensive architecture of the period, reflecting the strategic importance of controlling territory in central Scotland during this turbulent era. The remains demonstrate the martial architecture typical of the medieval Scottish nobility in the border regions and territories contested between Scottish and English forces.

Sir John de Graham's Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4278. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Sir John de Graham's Castle?

Sir John de Graham's Castle is a medieval fortified site located in Stirlingshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4278.

Who is responsible for protecting Sir John de Graham's Castle?

Sir John de Graham's 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 SM4278.

What other scheduled monuments are near Sir John de Graham's Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Waterhead, two standing stones 800m ENE of (3.1 km), Balcastle Farm, motte 250m SSW of (7.9 km), Meikle Reive, fort (8.1 km).

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