What is recorded here

Elcho Castle, Quay stands in Perth and Kinross as a recorded quay point, its exact position known within ten metres though its age remains unassigned. The castle name suggests a residence or defense, yet the quay label points to water, trade, and movement rather than static stone. Perhaps people loaded goods, carried messages, or watched ships pass beneath a tower that no longer stands. The distinction between castle and quay captures a place where domestic life and maritime work collided.

Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Elcho Castle, Quay as Quay (period Unassigned). 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.

Elcho Castle, Quay was built by the Elphinstone family in the 16th century and is remembered as a historic family seat associated with Scottish nobility. Its importance lies in its architectural heritage and connection to a prominent Scottish clan.

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