Newark Castle, Medieval castle in Port Glasgow, Scotland
Newark Castle stands on the southern shore of the River Clyde, featuring a tower house, gatehouse, and Renaissance mansion with red sandstone walls.
George Maxwell constructed the initial castle structure in 1478 after inheriting the Barony of Finlanstone in the parish of Kilmacolm.
King James IV of Scotland visited Newark Castle in 1495 during his expedition to assert royal authority in the Hebrides.
The castle opens from April through September, Tuesday to Saturday, with guided tours available between 10:00 AM and 4:30 PM.
The castle remained hidden behind industrial shipyards until the 1980s when the eastern yards were removed, revealing its presence along the Clyde.
Location: Inverclyde
Website: https://historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/newark-castle
GPS coordinates: 55.93444,-4.67750
Latest update: May 11, 2025 03:41
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