What is recorded here
Constabulary Gardens in Nairn may hide a medieval castle or motte beneath modern soil. The exact boundary remains uncertain, but the ground itself still belongs to the town. People walk past the site without knowing that a tall structure or defensive mound could stand buried under their feet.
Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Nairn, Constabulary Gardens as Castle (medieval)(possible), Motte (medieval)(possible). 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.
The historic-place record does not grant public access. Check current conditions and ownership before entering land or a building.
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Nairn MuseumMuseum · 523 yd
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