Noltland Castle, Stone fortress in Pierowall, Scotland
The castle features thick stone walls reaching seven feet in width and contains 71 gun holes distributed across multiple levels of the structure.
Gilbert Balfour constructed the castle between 1560 and 1574, creating a refuge connected to Mary Queen of Scots until her arrest in 1567.
The Renaissance military architecture of Noltland Castle demonstrates the evolution of Scottish defensive structures during the sixteenth century.
The castle remains open throughout the year from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM during summer and 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM in winter months.
The castle incorporates a Z-plan layout with square towers at opposite corners, making it different from traditional fortification designs of that period.
Location: Orkney Islands
Website: https://historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/noltland-castle
GPS coordinates: 59.32070,-3.00440
Latest update: March 6, 2025 00:58
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