Castle Craig
Location: Culbokie, Highlands and Islands
First Built: 1561st century
Type: Tower House
Condition: Ruined
Access: Accessible
About Castle Craig
Castle Craig, also known as Craig Castle and Castlecraig, stands on the north shore of the Black Isle on the banks of the Cromarty Firth. The Black Isle is not black and it's not an island; this area is so-called because of the very dark, rich and fertile nature of its soil. Craig was built in the 16th century as a four-storey tower house, home to the Bishops of Ross but would pass to the Clan Urquhart in 1561. The Black Isle Castle Craig Foundation is a charitable organisation looking for members to help in the preservation of the castle. Tip: Chanonry Point on the Black Isle is an excellent dolphin watching location.
History of Castle Craig
Castle Craig, located on the north shore of the Black Isle in the Highland council area, is a notable example of a 16th-century tower house. Constructed in 1561, it initially served as a residence for the Bishops of Ross. The castle's strategic position on the banks of the Cromarty Firth provided both a defensive advantage and picturesque views of the surrounding landscape. In the same year of its construction, ownership of Castle Craig transferred to the Clan Urquhart, a prominent family in the region. Over the centuries, the structure has fallen into a state of ruin, though it remains accessible to the public. Today, the Black Isle Castle Craig Foundation is actively seeking members to support the preservation of this historic site. The castle's location on the Black Isle, known for its dark, fertile soil rather than its name suggesting a geographical island, adds to its unique character. For visitors interested in wildlife, nearby Chanonry Point is renowned as a prime location for dolphin watching.
Visiting Castle Craig
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Location
Culbokie, Highlands and Islands