Document record MAB52122 - EDINGLASSIE CASTLE
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Summary
Site of castle recorded in the Old Statistical Account as an 'old building of inferior note' burned in 1688 by some of the Highland clans during their march from Strathspey to Strathbogie.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NJ 4220 3878 (40m by 40m) Centred at - Point |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NJ43NW |
| Authority | Moray |
| Civil Parish | Mortlach |
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Site of castle recorded in the Old Statistical Account as an 'old building of inferior note' burned in 1688 by some of the Highland clans during their march from Strathspey to Strathbogie. There is now no trace of a castle although local information knows of tradition. Dovecot (Aberdeenshire HER NJ43NW0004) may be associated.
Period Notes
Burnt in 1690.
Author unknown, 1799, OLD STATISTICAL ACCOUNT, No17(1786) 441 (Bibliographic reference). SAB1845.
BOGDAN, NQ, 1991, Castles, Manors & Town House survey, p.37 (Bibliographic reference). SAB2251.
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: MOR;
- NMR Card Number: NJ43NW2;
- NRHE Numlink: 17274;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NJ43NW0002;
External Links (1)
- https://www.trove.scot/place/17274 (trove.scot link)
Sources/Archives (2)
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Record last edited
Feb 20 2025 10:51AM
