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