Craigmillar Castle
Well-preserved tower castle near Edinburgh tied to Mary, Queen of Scots
- Scotland
- Edinburgh
- 14th century
- Medieval
- castle
Craigmillar is one of Scotland's best-preserved medieval castles, its 14th-century tower house ringed by later courtyards on Edinburgh's southern edge. Mary, Queen of Scots took refuge here in 1566, where the plot to murder her husband Darnley was hatched.
Construction: 14th–15th centuries
Frequently asked questions
- When was Craigmillar Castle built?
- Craigmillar Castle was built mainly in the 14th century. Full construction span: 14th–15th centuries.
- Where is Craigmillar Castle?
- Craigmillar Castle is in Edinburgh, Scotland (around 55.93°, -3.14°).
- What kind of castle is Craigmillar Castle?
- Craigmillar Castle is a castle in the Medieval style. Well-preserved tower castle near Edinburgh tied to Mary, Queen of Scots.