Castles · Scottish Highlands
Castle Hillock, Motte and Bailey
Castle Hillock, Motte and Bailey — a castle in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Castle Hillock, Motte and Bailey is a castle located in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Castle Hillock, Motte and Bailey is a historic castle located in the Scottish Highlands. This structure exemplifies the motte-and-bailey design, a common fortification style from the early medieval period. It is notable for its strategic position and remains a significant example of Scottish heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 56.8085, -2.6834
- District
- Angus
- Postcode
- DD9 7UE
- Parliamentary constituency
- Angus and Perthshire Glens
Sources
- osm: node/13675205061 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Castle Hillock, Motte and Bailey?
- Castle Hillock, Motte and Bailey is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode DD9 7UE).
- Does Castle Hillock, Motte and Bailey charge admission?
- Castle Hillock, Motte and Bailey typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Castle Hillock, Motte and Bailey?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode DD9 7UE. It sits within the Angus and Perthshire Glens parliamentary constituency.