Friday, 3 January 2020

Markle Castle

Markle Castle

"North of the East Lothian village of East Linton on a rocky mound a few fragmented walls remain of Markle castle, with the shell of a 1300's tower and a 1500's hall house to the east forming a small courtyard. The entire site was originally surrounded by a fortified ditch which helped highlight it's position. There was a village of Markle. But it has long since vanished, so too have the monastic buildings mentioned in early accounts." (from www.douglashistory.co.uk)

The remains of Markle Castle (originally 'Merkill') are located near a fishery so there is vehicular access right to the site and a carpark. Most people at Markle are there for the fishing so the ruins themselves are quiet but there are quite a few people milling about.

In one section of the ruins you can see the remains of a spiral staircase















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