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Aberdour Castle

At least part of it - more info below

Aberdour Castle is among the oldest standing masonry castles in Scotland; in fact, it may be the oldest. Hidden away in the extensive complex are the remains of a two-storey hall-house. Its cubed ashlar masonry walls are remarkably similar to those in the nearby parish church of St Fillan?s, dated to the mid 12th century. And the double-light lancet window-head is identical to those in Inchcolm Abbey offshore, dated to around 1200. The splayed base course and clasping angle-buttresses at the corners are further evidence of Norman mason work. It is possible that all three buildings were built by the same stonemasons.

Worth a visit if you're in the area

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