Star Of Markinch

The Top 5 Castles around Star Of Markinch

A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 5 beautiful castles to choose from around Star Of Markinch. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

MacDuff's Castle

Falkland Palace & Garden

Ravenscraig Castle

Falkland Village and Palace

Ravenscraig Park

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MacDuff's Castle
Hiking Highlight
MacDuff's Castle was originally built in the 11th century. However, nothing survives from this period and the ruins you see today are from the 14th and 15th centuries. You can …
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Falkland Palace & Garden
Hiking Highlight
Falkland Palace & Garden provides a unique opportunity to explore a royal ‘pleasure palace’ with a Victorian twist.

Inspired by the grand châteaux of France, in the 16th century James …
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Ravenscraig Castle
Hiking Highlight
Ravenscraig Castle is a ruined castle located in Kirkcaldy which dates from around 1460. The castle is an early example of artillery defence in Scotland. Now managed by Historic Scotland …
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Falkland Village and Palace
Cycling Highlight
Stopped here for soup at Campbells Cafe which was great. The Royal Palace (16 century) is impressive too.
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Ravenscraig Park
Hiking Highlight (Segment)
In 1929, 85 acres (34 ha) of the estate, including the castle, was given to the town of Kirkcaldy by the Nairn family as a public park. Ravenscraig Castle was …
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