Building record MAB17227 - CRAIG O'BOYNE CASTLE
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Summary
Remains of a castle erected in 12th century/early 13th century.
Protected Status/Designation
- Scheduled Monument 5317
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NJ 6161 6614 (65m by 68m) Centred at - Polygon: Unknown Extent |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NJ66NW |
| Authority | Aberdeenshire |
| Civil Parish | Fordyce |
Type and Period (5)
Full Description
Remains of a castle erected in 12th century/early 13th century. It was the stronghold of the Comyns. Only foundations survive which suggest an early Norman type of motte or earthwork. An entrance clearly visible with a vaulted masonry-lined pit to its left, a garderobe vent visible to the west. A broad earth and stone rampart runs to edge of cliff and abutting onto its north side are the outlines of a rectangular building. North of the entrance along cliff edge are the remains of buildings 22 m long. On the east are the outlines of a building 9.5m by 3m. Pottery of 14th/15th century date was found during preliminary excavations.
SIMPSON, WD, 1953, ARCH JOURNAL 110,125-34, 12 (Bibliographic reference). SAB1685.
MEDIEVAL POTTERY
WEDDERBURN, LMM, 1966, DES, 18, 18 (Bibliographic reference). SAB2040.
MEDIEVAL POTTERY
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: ASH;
- HES Scheduled Monument Number: 5317;
- NMR Card Number: NJ66NW2;
- NRHE Numlink: 18437;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NJ66NW0002;
External Links (2)
- https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/SM5317 (Historic Environment Scotland Portal Link)
- https://www.trove.scot/place/18437 (trove.scot link)
Sources/Archives (2)
Finds (1)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (4)
Record last edited
Jul 16 2024 2:49PM
