Cupar, Castlebank Road, Castlefield, Boundary Wall and Gate Piers

Gate Pier(s) (period Unassigned), Wall (period Unassigned)

Why this matters

Cupar Castle, now represented by the remains on Castlebank Road including the castlefield, boundary wall, and gate piers, was built in the 13th century by the powerful Leslie family, who held significant influence in Fife. The site is important as it reflects medieval defensive architecture and the historical prominence of the Leslies in Scottish feudal society.

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What is recorded here

Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Cupar, Castlebank Road, Castlefield, Boundary Wall and Gate Piers as Gate Pier(s) (period Unassigned), Wall (period Unassigned). 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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