Why this matters
Pinwherry Castle was a medieval tower house, likely built in the 16th century by a local landed family, though specific builders or holders are not recorded. It is remembered as an example of the defensive and residential architecture typical of Scotland's Lowlands during the late medieval period.
What is recorded here
Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Pinwherry Castle as Tower House (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.
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