Dunninald Castle

Dunninald Castle is a two-storey Gothic Revival building with a distinctive three-storey corner tower and spiral staircase turret located south of Montrose. The structure sits on landscaped grounds surrounded by gardens and parkland that slope toward open countryside.

The current castle was built between 1819 and 1824 by architect James Gillespie Graham, replacing medieval structures that once stood on the site. The Gothic Revival style reflects early 19th century tastes when landowners favored romantic architectural forms that evoked Scotland's past.

The name comes from Gaelic words meaning 'fortification' and 'high place', connecting to the Scottish language and landscape traditions. Today the rooms reflect how the landed gentry lived and made their choices about decoration and comfort.

The castle is privately owned and visits need to be arranged in advance with the property owners. The warmer months offer the best time to explore the building and grounds, when gardens are full and views across the surrounding land are clearest.

The estate preserves three distinct historical structures: Black Jack Castle perched on sea cliffs, a manor house from 1590, and the present Gothic Revival building. These layers allow visitors to trace multiple centuries of architectural choice in a single location.

Location: Angus

Location: Craig

Website: http://dunninald.com

GPS coordinates: 56.67924,-2.48564

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:20