Findochty Castle, castle and tower house in Scotland, UK
Findochty Castle is a 16th-century tower house ruin in Moray, Scotland. The structure was an oblong stone block with a smaller tower on its north side, featuring a vaulted basement and a first-floor hall that served both living and defensive purposes.
The castle was built in the 16th century by the Gordon family as a fortified residence. After passing through several owners, the Ord family took control in 1568 and helped develop the nearby village into a fishing port.
The castle takes its name from the nearby village, which grew into a fishing port. Standing on a rock above a former loch, it ties the story of a local family to the sea-based life that shaped the region.
The ruin sits on a rocky outcrop overlooking what was once a loch, with views toward the sea. Visitors should watch for uneven ground and unstable sections, as only portions of the north and west walls remain standing.
A small door on the south side features a relieving arch, a simple architectural feature that helps distribute weight from the structure above. This detail shows how builders solved practical problems with straightforward design.
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