Castle Dykes, Kirkton

Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Castle Dykes, Kirkton as Promontory Fort (prehistoric) - (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.

Built during the prehistoric period and later occupied in the medieval era, Castle Dykes, Kirkton is important as a rare example of a promontory fort in Scotland, illustrating long-term human settlement and defensive strategies in the region.