Stanely Castle, Medieval castle in Paisley, Scotland
Stanely Castle stands as a four-story L-shaped stone keep structure with exterior walls remaining intact above the waters of Stanely Reservoir.
The castle, constructed in the early 15th century, belonged to the Danzielstons before passing to the Maxwells of Calderwood through marriage in 1402.
The transition of the castle from a noble residence to its current state within a reservoir represents the evolution of land use in Scottish society.
The castle remains can be viewed from the surrounding reservoir paths, with various accommodation options available in nearby Paisley for visitors.
The castle structure emerges from the Stanely Reservoir waters, as the flooding of the surrounding marshland in 1837 submerged its lower portions.
Location: Renfrewshire
GPS coordinates: 55.82340,-4.45402
Latest update: March 9, 2025 15:38
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