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Elcho Castle, Dovecot

Dovecot (16th Century)

Why this matters

Elcho Castle, Dovecot, was built in the 16th century, likely as part of the Elcho Castle estate associated with the influential Keith family in Scotland. It is remembered as an example of early Scottish domestic architecture and as evidence of the historical significance of the Elcho estate in the region.

What is recorded here

Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Elcho Castle, Dovecot as Dovecot (16th Century). 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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