What is recorded here
No evidence exists that the chamber contained a shrine, altar or chapel at all. The castle may have had a private worship room, but the claim needs proof.
Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Benholm Castle, Private Chapel as Chapel (period Unknown). 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.
Benholm Castle, Private Chapel is associated with the historic Benholm Castle, which was built in the late 16th century by the Keith family, a prominent Scottish noble family. The castle and its chapel are remembered for their historical and architectural significance in the region, reflecting the religious and social life of Scotland's landed gentry during the early modern period.
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Places near here
Benholm CastleCountry House (post Medieval), Tower House (16th Century) · 221 yd
Middle KnoxFarmhouse (period Unassigned), Farmstead (period Unassigned) · 770 yd
Upper KnoxFarmhouse (period Unassigned), Farmstead (period Unassigned) · 841 yd
BenholmMedal (17th Century) · 848 yd
Tullo of BenholmCup and Ring Marked Stone (prehistoric) · 1341 yd
Lt William Farquhar MemorialMemorial · 1.3 mi
PeattieNo Class (event) (period Unassigned) · 1.3 mi
Gourdon War MemorialMemorial · 1.4 mi
East Walk PlantationWood · 1.5 mi
Speculation: Point O' Bard, Benholm, North SeaBrig (19th Century) · 1.6 mi
Horse Crook BayBay · 1.8 mi
Boghead WoodWood · 1.9 mi