What is recorded here
Ferneycastle stands in the Scottish Borders as a prehistoric fort, its stones marked by centuries rather than a single human hand. The ground may have shaken during storms, echoed under fleeing feet, or held quiet vigils before written history began.
Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Ferneycastle as Fort (prehistoric). 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.
The historic-place record does not grant public access. Check current conditions and ownership before entering land or a building.
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