Parbroath Castle
Ruined Seton Castle with only vaulting still visible in middle of agricultural field. Walk up.
Only a dovecot in standing position and some vaulting remains of this ancient castle that dates back to 12 century It was once quite a substantial castle but after 1633 started to fall into ruin and then in C19th the stone was largely removed for other purposes or to fill in the moat.
Opening Times
In the middle of agricultural field.
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SetonTravel Directions to Parbroath Castle
Travel Directions
Just to the north of the intersection of the A92 and A913 north of Cupar. The castle remnants are in the middle of field before the Fernie Burn.
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Hovercrafting, Quad Biking or Clays
Enjoy a combination of Hovercrafting along with Quad Biking and Clay Shooting or choose between these to make the best of your day in Fife!
Nearby Castles
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Lordscairnie Castle
Ruined single tower in the middle of field that was once loch. 4 storeys remain. Walk up and visit.
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Old Slains Castle
Original 13th century site of Hay Family castle later replaced. Ruined with single tower still standing. Dramatic position and excellent picnic spot.
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Ballinbreich Castle
One of two castles of the same name - the other is in Moray and never important. It passed through various hands before its stone was ransacked for other buildings. In somewhat derelict and possibly dangerous state
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