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Doune Castle (HS)
Doune
This formidable 14th century courtyard castle was built by Robert Stewart, Duke of Albany and Earl of Menteith & Fife. The brother of the king, he was the effective ruler of Scotland from 1388 to 1420. Doune became a royal retreat in the 15th century, and the Chamberlain's accounts refer to expenses there for the royal household, including the king’s fisher, gardener, park-keeper, sergeant and jailer.
The most striking features of the castle are the tower, gatehouse and hall, combined in a massive frontal block. The castle has been in the ownership of the earls of Moray since 1580. It was the 14th earl who restored and re-roofed the castle in the late 19th century. Shop and picnic area.
Contact
Doune Castle (HS)
Castle Road
Doune
Stirlingshire
FK16 6EA
| Phone: | 01786 841742 |
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| Website: | http://www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/proper... |
