What is recorded here

Stirling Castle Esplanade holds a 19th-century boundary stone, marking the edge of castle land before modern maps redrew it. The stone does not claim glory, but it still divides ownership and memory. People may have leaned against it, measured distance from it, or forgotten it altogether while the castle towered above.

Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Stirling Castle Esplanade as Boundary Stone (19th 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.

Stirling Castle Esplanade is part of the historic Stirling Castle, a strategic stronghold built and held by the Scottish monarchy from the 12th century onwards. It is important due to its role in several key events in Scottish history, including the Wars of Scottish Independence and its association with figures such as Robert the Bruce and Mary, Queen of Scots.

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