Description
One of Scotland's finest late-medieval strongholds, Doune Castle stands high on a promontory between the River Teith and the Ardoch Burn in Perthshire. It is a testament to the power of one nobleman, Robert Stewart, Duke of Albany. He was known as Scotland's 'uncrowned king', and the castle was one of his main residences in the late 1300s.
For a long time Albany has been credited with the complete construction of the castle, making Doune a remarkable example of a medieval fortress built as one man's vision. However, fresh research is casting new light on Doune Castle, suggesting a much more complex history dating back to the century before Albany and beyond.
About the Author
Historic Scotland is part of Historic Environment Scotland, the lead public body established to investigate, care for and promote Scotland's historic environment.
Book Information
ISBN 9781849170932
Author Historic Scotland
Format Paperback
Page Count 48
Imprint Historic Environment Scotland
Publisher Historic Environment Scotland
Weight(grams) 181g
Dimensions(mm) 245mm * 190mm * 5mm
