Why this matters
Caprington Castle was built by the Maxwell family in the 15th century and is remembered as a significant example of a Scottish tower house. It is historically important due to its association with the Maxwells, a powerful noble family in the region.
What is recorded here
Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Caprington Castle as Castle (medieval), Tower House (medieval). 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.
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