Castle of Old Wick, Medieval castle in Wick, Scotland.
The four-storey tower structure stands on a narrow promontory between two deep gullies, overlooking the North Sea from steep coastal cliffs.
The castle foundation dates back to the late 14th century and became a center of conflict during the Sutherland-Sinclair feud in the 16th century.
The castle holds the designation of scheduled monument, marking its importance in Scottish architectural heritage and medieval defensive fortification development.
The site currently restricts visitor access due to ongoing high-level masonry inspections conducted for safety assessment of the remaining structure.
The castle features narrow window slits, ledges for timber upper floors, and a second-floor fireplace, while earthworks indicate a former drawbridge location.
Location: Highland
Location: Wick
GPS coordinates: 58.42327,-3.08163
Latest update: March 5, 2025 14:03
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