Dornoch Castle, Medieval castle in Dornoch, Scotland.
The stone castle features a prominent tower with spiral staircase, multiple wings, and stands opposite the Dornoch Cathedral in Sutherland region.
Built around 1500 as residence for bishops of Caithness, the castle underwent reconstruction after 1570 when it was damaged during clan feuds.
The castle holds regular exhibitions of Highland artifacts and traditional Scottish ceremonies in its preserved medieval halls and chambers.
The castle operates as a hotel with 24 rooms, offering accommodations in both the main building and additional garden structures from the 1970s.
A room in the castle tower served as the local courthouse for judicial proceedings until 1850 when Dornoch Sheriff Court was established.
Location: Highland
Location: Dornoch
GPS coordinates: 57.87980,-4.02993
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:51
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