Dunbar Castle, Medieval fortress in Dunbar, Scotland
The stone castle stands on red rock formations along the coast of East Lothian, with fortified walls overlooking the North Sea and harbor entrance.
Constructed around 1070 by Earl Gospatric of Northumbria, the castle served as a defensive stronghold against English invasions for several centuries.
The castle name originates from the Brythonic term 'dyn barr', meaning fort of the point, indicating defensive settlements existed before the stone structure.
Visitors can view the castle ruins from multiple points around Victoria Harbour, with parking available at the leisure center on Victoria Street.
The Countess of Dunbar led a successful defense of the castle in 1338, maintaining control against English forces for six consecutive weeks.
Location: East Lothian
Location: Dunbar
Inception: 1070
Architects: Gospatric, Earl of Northumbria
Part of: Dunbar Castle & fort
GPS coordinates: 56.00597,-2.51574
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:46
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