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Barntalloch Castle, Staplegordon

Castle (medieval), Motte and Bailey (medieval), Rig and Furrow (medieval) - (post Medieval)

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Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Barntalloch Castle, Staplegordon as Castle (medieval), Motte and Bailey (medieval), Rig and Furrow (medieval) - (post Medieval). The official map says its point is accurate as follows: NGR given to the nearest 10m. The record does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.
Barntalloch Castle was built in the 13th century by the Maxwell family, a powerful Scottish noble clan. It is remembered as a strategic stronghold in the Scottish Borders, reflecting the region's turbulent medieval history and the role of local lords in defending against English raids.

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