Forgotten History
Tolquhon Castle
Pitmedden, United Kingdom
Tolquhon Castle ( ta-HOON) is a ruined late-16th-century castle in Aberdeenshire, north-east Scotland. It lies about 1.5 miles (2.4 km) north-west of Pitmedden and 2 miles (3.2 km) south of Tarves. The castle was built between 1584 and 1589 by William Forbes, 7th Laird of Tolquhon, as an extension to the earlier tower house known as Preston's Tower. It has been described as “the most characteristic château of the Scots Renaissance”. Tolquhon Castle is a scheduled monument and is in the care of Historic Scotland, and is open to the public.
- Category
- Forgotten History
- Location
- Pitmedden, United Kingdom
- Coordinates
- 57.34814, -2.21321
- How to get there
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- Wikidata
- Q2448015
What is Tolquhon Castle?
Tolquhon Castle is a Forgotten History place on VeroMaps. Other places close by: Candle Stone, Drumwhindle, Balquhain Castle, Bridge of Don, Cruickshank Botanic Garden.
Where is Tolquhon Castle?
Tolquhon Castle is in Pitmedden, United Kingdom. Coordinates: 57.34814, -2.21321.
How do I get to Tolquhon Castle?
Tolquhon Castle is at Pitmedden, United Kingdom (57.34814, -2.21321). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.