Whitefield Castle

Ruins of Whitefield Castle

Whitefield Castle is a ruined L-plan tower-house on the hill above the village of Kirkmichael in Strath Ardle, Perth and Kinross, Scotland.

History

Built in the 12th century by Malcolm Canmore as a hunting lodge, it was expanded in 1577 by the Spalding family. It is now ruinous.

The castle also has a Ley tunnel legend, a tradition often found associated with ancient residences. This tunnel was said to link up with nearby Ashintully Castle.

References

RCAHMS. "Whitefield Castle (27535)". Canmore.

Coordinates: 56°44′17″N 3°29′23″W / 56.7380°N 3.4896°W / 56.7380; -3.4896

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