What is recorded here
Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Dalmellington, Dame Helen's Castle as Earthwork(s) (period Unassigned), Tower House (medieval)(possible). 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.
Dame Helen's Castle in Dalmellington is traditionally associated with Dame Helen, a 14th-century widow who is said to have built the tower house for defense during a period of border instability. The site is remembered for its historical connection to Scottish border history and as an example of medieval tower house architecture.
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Places near here
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Laight CastleEarthwork(s) (period Unassigned), Tower House (medieval) · 3.0 miOther information
Photo: Mary and Angus Hogg · CC BY-SA 2.0