Castle Sinclair Girnigoe, Medieval castle ruins in Wick, Scotland
The stone fortification stands on a rocky peninsula jutting into Sinclair Bay, with sections of walls reaching heights of fifty feet above the North Sea.
William Sinclair, the second Earl of Caithness, initiated the construction of Castle Girnigoe between 1476 and 1496 before his death at the Battle of Flodden.
The castle represents Scottish military engineering with its inner bailey, outer bailey, and defensive dry moat system designed for maximum protection against invaders.
Visitors can access the castle ruins without admission fees, with designated parking spaces available near the entrance to the coastal walking path.
The castle holds the distinction of being the only Scottish fortress recognized by the World Monuments Fund for preservation and protection efforts.
Location: Highland
Location: Wick
Inception: 1476
GPS coordinates: 58.47801,-3.06808
Latest update: May 11, 2025 13:03
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