Hallforest Castle, 14th-century tower castle in Kintore, Scotland
The rectangular tower stands 20 meters tall with walls measuring 2.1 meters in thickness, constructed from granite stones set in hard mortar.
Robert the Bruce granted the castle to Robert Keith, Marischal of Scotland, in 1309, marking the beginning of the Keith family's ownership.
The castle design represents early Scottish tower house architecture, featuring a kitchen on the entresol floor and a grand hall above.
Located 1.5 kilometers from Kintore town, the castle remains include north, south, and west elevations standing at their original height.
The structure maintains traces of original lime render on its walls, indicating the complete tower was covered in protective harling material.
Location: Aberdeenshire
GPS coordinates: 57.22900,-2.37063
Latest update: March 7, 2025 13:34
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