Aberdeen, Castlehill, Cromwell's Bastion

Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Aberdeen, Castlehill, Cromwell's Bastion as Barracks (18th Century), Barracks (first World War), Fortification (17th Century). The official map says its point is accurate as follows: NGR given to the nearest 1m. The record does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.

Aberdeen, Castlehill, Cromwell's Bastion was built by Oliver Cromwell's forces during the 17th century to strengthen control over northern Scotland following the English Civil War. It is remembered as a key military installation reflecting the political and military conflicts of the period.