Fortar Castle

Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Fortar Castle as Castle (medieval). 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.

Fortar Castle was a medieval stronghold, likely built in the late 13th or early 14th century, during a period of frequent border conflicts in southern Scotland. Its strategic location suggests it was held by a local noble family to control surrounding lands and defend against English raids.