Torthorwald Castle, Medieval tower house in Torthorwald, Scotland.
The rectangular tower stands sixty feet high with thick stone walls, vaulted basement chambers, and a first-floor great hall within the structure.
Sir David Torthorwald owned the castle in the 13th century before King Robert the Bruce confiscated the lands in 1306 due to English allegiance.
The legal documents from a 1544 raid contain a detailed inventory written in both Scots language and Latin, recording the castle contents.
The castle remains are accessible from the main road, though visitors should note warnings about loose masonry throughout the structure.
The tower walls become progressively thinner toward the upper levels, reflecting medieval construction techniques and financial constraints of different periods.
Location: Dumfries and Galloway
Location: Torthorwald
GPS coordinates: 55.08920,-3.51447
Latest update: March 4, 2025 17:46
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