Blackness Castle, Medieval fortress near Bo'ness, Scotland
Blackness Castle stands on a rocky peninsula protruding into the Firth of Forth, with stone walls rising directly from the water on three sides.
The Crichton family constructed this defensive stronghold in the 15th century, which later transformed into an artillery fortress during the 16th century.
The castle structure resembles a stone ship when viewed from certain angles, earning it the designation as a significant example of Scottish military architecture.
Visitors can access the castle daily from April through September between 9:30 and 17:30, with modified hours from October through March.
The fortress served as a filming location for productions including Mary Queen of Scots and Outlander, representing different historical Scottish buildings.
Location: Bo'ness
Location: Falkirk
Made from material: stone
Operator: Historic Scotland
Opening Hours: April-September 09:30-17:30; October-March Saturday-Wednesday 09:30-16:30
Website: https://historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/blackness-castle
GPS coordinates: 56.00611,-3.51611
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:42
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