Discover Alone ← Back to nearby map

← Back to the nearby map

Fyvie Castle, Racquets Court

Bowling Alley (20th Century), Squash Court (20th Century)
Fyvie Castle, Racquets Court
Photo: Bill Harrison · Open the original picture · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Report the wrong picture · If this is your picture and you want it taken down, email me.

Why this matters

Fyvie Castle, including Racquets Court, was originally built by the Forbes family in the 13th century, with significant expansions occurring in the 16th and 17th centuries. It is important as a historic seat of the Forbes earls and for its well-preserved medieval and later architecture, including the unique Racquets Court added in the 17th century.

What is recorded here

Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Fyvie Castle, Racquets Court as Bowling Alley (20th Century), Squash Court (20th 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.
Know this place?Add a pictureAdd its storyTalk or ask a questionAdd a new place

The historic-place record does not grant public access. Check current conditions and ownership before entering land or a building.