Scheduled MonumentsScotlandTom-a'-Caisteal, castle 400m S of Kirkton
Medieval · Castle 400m s of kirkton

Tom-a'-Caisteal, castle 400m S of Kirkton

Scotland
HES SM11880
Period
Medieval
Site type
Castle 400m s of kirkton
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Tom-a'-Caisteal is a medieval castle situated approximately 400 metres south of Kirkton in Inverness-shire, Scotland. The structure represents a small fortified stronghold of the medieval period, characteristic of the defensive architecture employed in the Scottish Highlands. The site occupies a prominent local position, though limited detailed historical documentation survives regarding its specific construction date, original ownership, or architectural phases. The monument remains of archaeological interest as evidence of medieval settlement and fortification patterns in the region.

Tom-a'-Caisteal, castle 400m S of Kirkton is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM11880. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Tom-a'-Caisteal, castle 400m S of Kirkton?

Tom-a'-Caisteal is a medieval castle situated approximately 400 metres south of Kirkton in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM11880.

What period does Tom-a'-Caisteal, castle 400m S of Kirkton date from?

Tom-a'-Caisteal, castle 400m S of Kirkton dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a castle 400m s of kirkton. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Tom-a'-Caisteal, castle 400m S of Kirkton?

Tom-a'-Caisteal, castle 400m S of Kirkton 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 SM11880.

What other scheduled monuments are near Tom-a'-Caisteal, castle 400m S of Kirkton?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Caledonian Canal,Dochgarroch Lock (4.7 km), Borlum,ring-ditch 170m NE of (5.2 km), Torbreck, stone circle SW of (6 km).

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