Fordell Castle, 16th century castle in Fife, Scotland.
The castle exhibits a Z-shaped design with square towers at the northwest and southeast corners, featuring circular staircases and corbelled turrets at remaining angles.
Built in 1580 on the site of an earlier residence burned in 1568, the castle belonged to James Henderson, who served as Lord Justice-Clerk.
The castle contains Saint Thereota's Chapel, built in 1650, which stands 70 yards southwest and features a Renaissance doorway with Henderson family motto.
The property spans 210 acres of woodland with limited visibility unless approached closely, and remains in private ownership without public access.
This castle stands as the only tower house in Scotland with two main staircases, each equipped with separate exterior doors.
Location: Fife
Location: Dalgety
GPS coordinates: 56.05382,-3.37135
Latest update: May 15, 2025 21:38
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