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Ravenscraig Castle

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    Location: East Kirkcaldy, Fife, Scotland, United Kingdom

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    September 22, 2017

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    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 and protected by Scheduled Ancient Monument this has been recognised as a category A listed building.

    August 17, 2024

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    The construction of Ravenscraig Castle by the mason Henry Merlion and the master carpenter Friar Andres Lesouris was ordered by King James II (reigned 1437–1460) as a home for his wife, Mary of Guelders.

    The castle is considered one of the first - perhaps the very first - in Scotland to be built to withstand cannon fire and provide for artillery defence. The king was involved with the planning but, ironically, was killed in a tragic accident with a loaded cannon at the Siege of Roxburgh Castle near Floors Castle in the Scottish Borders.

    April 20, 2025

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    Great place to visit. Built in 1460. The best way to learn about it is go visit it. Now open, 1..4.2026.

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    Elevation 10 m

    Ravenscraig Castle is free to visit and open year-round. View exterior only.

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    Kirkcaldy KY1 2QG

    www.historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/ravenscraig-castle/

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