Balfour Castle was a baronial mansion at Balfour Mains, near Kirkton of Kingoldrum, Angus, Scotland. The castle which was built in the 16th century is largely demolished except for a six-storey circular tower. A farm house has been built incorporating some of the ruins in c. 1845.[1] The farmhouse and castle remains were designated as a Category B listed building in 1971.[2]
| Balfour Castle | |
|---|---|
| Balfour Mains, Angus, Scotland | |
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  Balfour Castle | |
| Coordinates | 56°40′42″N 3°04′57″W / 56.6784°N 3.0825°W |
| Grid reference | grid reference NO 3377 5460 |
| Type | Mansion |
| Site information | |
| Open to the public | Private |
| Condition | Partially demolished |
| Site history | |
| Built | 16th century |
| Materials | Stone |
References edit
- ^ "Balfour Castle". CANMORE. Retrieved 25 January 2010.
- ^ Historic Environment Scotland. "Balfour Mains Farmhouse incorporating remains of Balfour Castle, Balfour Mains, Kingoldrum (Category B Listed Building) (LB11416)". Retrieved 8 April 2020.