
What is recorded here
Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Dunnottar Castle, Keep as Keep (15th Century), Tower (period Unassigned). 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.
Dunnottar Castle, Keep was built by the Keith family in the 15th century and later held by the Marquesses of Huntly. It is important as a historic stronghold associated with Scottish history, including its role in safeguarding the Scottish Crown Jewels during the 17th century.
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Photo: Mike Pennington · CC BY-SA 2.0