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Newark Castle

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Newark Castle — castle in Fife, Scotland, UK.

Newark Castle, castles in Central Scotland

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1.5 h–3 h
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Newark Castle is a castle in the United Kingdom — fortified architecture from the medieval, Tudor, or Victorian-revival period. Heritage designation: scheduled monument. Part of Newark Castle & dovecot. Wikidata describes it as: "castle in Fife, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 56.2009°, -2.7781°.

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From the Wikipedia article

Newark Castle is a ruin located just west of St Monans, on the east coast of Fife, Scotland. The building, built in the 15th century, stands in a dramatic location, overlooking the North Sea. The upper storeys are ruinous, but vaulted cellars survive, hidden from view.

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Background

History

The current building was begun in the 15th century by the Kinloch family. It then passed, through marriage, to the Sandilands of Cruivie, who sold it in 1649 David Leslie.

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Coordinates
56.2009, -2.7781
District
Fife
Postcode
KY10 2DB
Parliamentary constituency
North East Fife

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Newark Castle?
Newark Castle is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode KY10 2DB).
Is Newark Castle a listed building?
Newark Castle is officially recognised as scheduled monument listed.
Does Newark Castle charge admission?
Newark Castle typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
How do I get to Newark Castle?
Drivers can navigate to postcode KY10 2DB. It sits within the North East Fife parliamentary constituency.