Finavon Castle
Location: Forfar, Tayside
First Built: 19th century
Type: Baronial house
Condition: In use
Access: Private residence
About Finavon Castle
A Victorian Baronial mansion built near the ruins of an earlier castle.
History of Finavon Castle
Built in 1856, Finavon Castle is a Victorian Baronial mansion constructed near the ruins of an earlier medieval castle. This demonstrates the common Scottish practice of rebuilding on ancestral sites while incorporating romantic medieval styling. The Victorian castle was built during the height of the Scottish Baronial revival, when wealthy families sought to express their heritage through castle-like residences. The presence of nearby ruins adds historical depth to the site, connecting the modern building with centuries of Scottish noble tradition. The castle remains a private residence in the heart of Angus.
Location
Forfar, Tayside