What is recorded here

Robert Stewart, Duke of Albany, rebuilt the castle in the late 14th century, creating a complete courtyard stronghold that still stands near the River Teith. The Duke’s family lived in the tall tower above the entrance while guests used the separate kitchen tower, linking both through a great hall. The castle passed to the crown in 1425 after Albany’s son was executed, then became a royal hunting lodge before later wars damaged it into the ruin seen today.

Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Doune Castle as Organic Material (leather)(period Unassigned), Spur (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.

Doune Castle was built in the late 14th century by Sir David Stewart, nephew of King Robert II of Scotland. It is important as a well-preserved example of a medieval Scottish border castle and is associated with the Wars of Scottish Independence.

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