Lochleven Castle, Kinross.
The castle will forever be associated with Mary Queen of Scots. She first visited Lochleven in 1561 as the guest of its lord, Sir William Douglas, but her last stay , 1567-8, was as its prisoner.
In medieval times Castle Island was much smaller than it is now, and the castle with its gardens occupied the whole of it. Between 1826 and 1836 the water level in the loch was lowered by more than a metre, and as a consequence the island's size increased.
Mary was determined to escape and, with the help of Willie Douglas who looked after the boats, she did so, on 2 May 1568.
She fled to the west of the country, rallying her supporters as she went. Yet within a matter of days, her army was decisively defeated at the Battle of Langside, near Glasgow. Within a fortnight of fleeing Lochleven, Mary was in exile in England.
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Welcome back to Scotland — Perth and Kinross are home for the next few travel days and vlogs to come! Our first day exploring is the epic Loch Leven, taking the ferry aka wee boat over to the Loch Leven Castle. Scottish yarns really are the best and Loch Leven has plenty to share, mostly related to Mary Queen of Scots.
Loch Leven was home to Mary Queen of Scots on a few occasions, but also where she was imprisoned and famously escaped from in a brilliant way. It's simple for us to jump on the wee ferry boat over to Loch Leven Castle but in her day things were obviously a lot trickier!
Loch Leven Larder was our lunch spot, an enormous dome sitting right on the loch!
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Loch Leven Kinross Scotland Phantom 3 Pro Drone Flight Castle Harbour
Phantom 3 drone flight at Loch Leven in Kinross, Scotland in April 2016. Includes shots of Loch Leven castle and the harbour.
Music is 'Time' by Hans Zimmer.
Mary Queen of Scots arriving at Lochleven Castle (1 of 7)
This is part 1 of 6 short films. The first film focuses on Mary arriving at Lochleven Castle.
These films were produced by pupils from the P4 class of Fossoway Primary School as part of Mary’s Milestones, a learning project co-ordinated by Historic Environment Scotland and the National Trust for Scotland.
The project aimed to create links between primary schools and local historic monuments with a connection to Mary Queen of Scots and to provide opportunities for pupils to experience the process of film making and using digital technology.
Lochleven Castle (1940)
Lochleven Castle - Scotland.
Various picturesque shots of ruined castle, which was also a prison, and its surroundings. M/S tower where Mary Queen of Scots was imprisoned. M/S of a swan. Various shots of angling parties fishing in the loch for trout.
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The Earl of Morton, Mary Queen of Scots and Loch Leven Castle
We visited Loch Leven at Kinross, to see where Mary Queen of Scots was incarcerated following her forced abdication in favour of her son James.
A Short History of Kinross and Loch Leven
Loch Leven Castle - Kinross House
Loch Leven Castle is a ruined castle on an island in Loch Leven, in the Perth and Kinross local authority area of Scotland. Possibly built around 1300, the castle was the location of military action during the Wars of Scottish Independence (1296–1357). In the later part of the 14th century, the castle was granted by his uncle to William Douglas, 1st Earl of Douglas, and remained in Douglas' hands for the next 300 years. Mary, Queen of Scots was imprisoned here in 1567–1568, and forced to abdicate as queen, before escaping with the help of her gaoler's family. In 1588, the Queen's gaoler inherited the title Earl of Morton, and moved away from the castle. It was bought, in 1675, by Sir William Bruce, who used the castle as a focal point in his garden; it was never again used as a residence.
Castle On An Island Loch Leven Kinross Perthshire Scotland
Tour Scotland travel video of Loch Leven Castle on an island in Loch Leven on ancestry visit to Kinross, Perthshire. This is one of the best examples of a fourteenth century keep remaining in Scotland. It stands on an island in Lochleven, and its most famous resident was is undoubtedly the imprisoned of Mary Queen of Scots. The castle was the location of military action during the Wars of Scottish Independence, 1296to 1357. In the latter part of the 14th century, the castle was granted by his uncle to William Douglas, 1st Earl of Douglas, and remained in Douglases' hands for the next 300 years. Mary, Queen of Scots was imprisoned here in 1567 and 1568, and forced to abdicate as queen, before escaping with the help of her gaoler's family. In 1588, the Queen's gaoler inherited the title Earl of Morton, and moved away from the castle. It was bought, in 1675, by Sir William Bruce, who used the castle as a focal point in his garden; it was never again used as a residence. It was from here that Mary Queen of Scots escaped to England to eventually be beheaded by her cousin Elizabeth, Queen of England.
Castle On An Island Loch Leven Kinross Perthshire Scotland
Tour Scotland Spring travel video of Loch Leven Castle on an island in Loch Leven on ancestry visit to Kinross, Perthshire. This is one of the best examples of a fourteenth century keep remaining in Scotland. It stands on an island in Lochleven, and its most famous resident was is undoubtedly the imprisoned of Mary Queen of Scots. The castle was the location of military action during the Wars of Scottish Independence, 1296to 1357. In the latter part of the 14th century, the castle was granted by his uncle to William Douglas, 1st Earl of Douglas, and remained in Douglases' hands for the next 300 years. Mary, Queen of Scots was imprisoned here in 1567 and 1568, and forced to abdicate as queen, before escaping with the help of her gaoler's family. In 1588, the Queen's gaoler inherited the title Earl of Morton, and moved away from the castle. It was bought, in 1675, by Sir William Bruce, who used the castle as a focal point in his garden; it was never again used as a residence. It was from here that Mary Queen of Scots escaped to England to eventually be beheaded by her cousin Elizabeth, Queen of England.
My Visit to Loch Leven Castle part1
Lochleven Castle is the well-preserved ruins of a medieval castle, situated on a small island in Loch Leven. It is unclear when a castle was first built here.
There are later traditions suggesting that there was a fortification here that was occupied by the English around 1300 but there is no contemporary evidence to support this. It was an undoubtedly strategic location though, as important communication routes passed near Kinross, which was probably in existence by 1257. It began life as a royal castle, with the first certain recorded mentions of it dating to the reign of Robert I (the Bruce), who used it to store part of the Royal Exchequer in 1329. It is possible that the stone building which now survives dates to this period, though we cannot be certain. Lochleven was particularly important during the second wars of independence, which began in 1332. By 1335, only five Scottish castles, including Lochleven, were being held for the Scottish king, David II. In 1390, it ceased to be a royal castle, and was granted to Sir Henry Douglas. The Douglases held the castle until the seventeenth century, when it was sold to Sir William Bruce, who built Kinross House on the mainland.
The castle is probably best known for its association with Mary Queen of Scots. She visited here as a guest several times during her reign and it was here she debated with John Knox in 1563, probably in the great hall of the tower house. Her longest visit began in June 1567, when Mary was imprisoned here for nearly a year after her surrender at Carberry (she had created much opposition to her rule during her short reign). During her time there she miscarried twins and was forced to abdicate her throne in favour of her son James VI (and future I of England). Mary escaped in May 1568, with the help of Willy Douglas, who looked after the boats. However, within a fortnight of her escape, Mary’s forces were defeated at Langside and she was forced into exile in England.
The surviving ruins are dominated by the tower which dates from the 14th century. It is four stories high and is one of the earliest in Scotland to survive. Despite its early date, it is in a good state of preservation. The lower stories of the tower were mainly used for storage, with the ground floor originally only accessible by a hatch from the first floor. The original entrance to the tower gave access directly to the second floor, where the main hall was located. This is an unusual arrangement, as entrances were normally to the ground or first floors. It may have been for additional security. Or perhaps it was out of fear of flooding – the loch came much closer to the castle walls before drainage work in 1836 reduced the water level. The hall was separated from the door by a timber screen, the holes for which can still be seen. This protected the hall’s occupants from draughts and provided a space for servants to make final preparations for items being delivered to the hall. The tower also contains the rooms which formed Mary’s prison – you can still see the private oratory (small chapel) that was probably created for her during her captivity.
Diagonally across the courtyard from the tower house is the Glassin Tower. This was a later addition to the castle, designed to give extra accommodation for residents and guests. Again, the lowest floor was primarily for storage, and the presence of a water inlet suggests that water from the loch was amongst the items stored here. Further accommodation was provided in the separate hall and kitchen built within the inner courtyard, though now only the foundations of these buildings survive. The curtain wall, which encompasses the two towers and encloses the inner courtyard, is primarily late 14th and 15th century work, though it probably follows the line of the original wall. Outside this wall lay the outer courtyard, which was probably also enclosed by a wall. You can still see the remains of some of the service buildings of this outer court, needed to supply the residents and guests with food. This area also included a garden by the later 16th century, and Mary Queen of Scots is said to have spent time walking here.
For more detailed information on the history of the castle, we would recommend the official Souvenir Guide, written by Chris Tabraham, Principal Historian, which can be purchased from the Historic Scotland admissions office and shop located at Loch Leven. The souvenir guide features a guided tour and some excellent images, including drawings which demonstrate how the castle may have looked when it was in use.
A Visit to Loch Leven Castle
Loch Leven Castle where Mary Queen of Scots was once imprisoned is well worth a visit, a gentle sail from Kinross takes you to this tranquil spot, steeped in history.
Ravencriage Castle In Kirkcaldy Scotland.The first castle in UK.???????? built withstand artillery fire.
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Ravenscraig Castle,
Ravenscraig Castle may be the first castle in Britain specifically designed to withstand cannon fire. It was to be part of a series of new fortresses that would be capable of withstanding and returning artillery fire.
Ravenscraig was started in 1460 by King James II of Scotland. James was an active king and he took a keen interest in the new science of cannons and gunpowder artillery.
A Defensive Fortress:
The exact reason for a castle here is unclear. It may have been to guard the Firth of Forth from English invasion. Nevertheless, Ravenscraig Castle is certainly well defended.
It was built on a rocky promontory which juts into the Firth. Three sides of the castle have steep cliffs down to the water and on the fourth a wide, natural gully was extended to become a considerable ditch. The front wall is 3.5 metres thick and sports an array of gun holes.
James II never saw his plans completed. Shortly after construction began he was killed during a siege at Roxburgh Castle.
James had taken a large number of cannon with him to attack Roxburgh Castle. ‘The Lion’ was one that he had used successfully in a number of sieges. Unfortunately, however, early cannon could be as dangerous to the men behind them as the men in front. ‘The Lion’ exploded killing James in a shower of metal and wooden shrapnel.
James’ widow Mary of Guelders acted as regent for three years after his death. She used the castle as a dower house, though it’s doubtful that she lived there for any considerable time, and oversaw the continuing construction work until she too died in 1463.
Mary spent a considerable sum of money at Ravenscraig. She employed David Boys as master of works and Henry Merlzioun, the first of three generations of Merlzioun master masons. By the time of her death the east tower was three storeys high and the basement level of the central section was complete.
Construction work stopped until 1471 when James III of Scotland gave the castle to William Sinclair, 1st Earl of Caithness in exchange for the Earldom of Orkney. Sinclair also had an interest in artillery fortification and he continued the construction.
Sinclair Family
The Sinclair family used Ravenscraig as a home. This is reflected in the west tower, which they constructed, having more of a tower house plan. The east tower was completed with makeshift crenellations at the top.
The two D-plan towers were connected by a central block which has the main gate and entrance, a two-storey curtain wall and stone-vaulted cellars. The family’s main living area was in the west tower which has four storeys each with a single room.
The east tower provided residences for the owners senior officials. It also housed the castle’s main well on its ground floor.
In the secure courtyard to the rear were the castle’s main domestic buildings, including the kitchen, bakehouse and domestic offices.
The Sinclair earls were important and powerful and Ravenscraig saw King James V visit in 1540 and hosted James VI in 1598.
The Cromwellian invasion of Scotland in 1650 saw Ravenscraig attacked and damaged. It was garrisoned by Cromwell’s troops in 1651.
The Sinclairs held on to the castle until 1896 when it was sold to Sir Michael Nairn, the Scottish industrialist. During the First World War Ravenscraig was used as an ammunition store and it was passed in to the care of the state in 1955.
Today the castle is looked after by Historic Scotland. There is no custodian at the site, so it is not possible to get in to the towers. However the site is open to the public and it is possible to get into the courtyard.
The castle sits on the edge of Ravenscraig Park in Kirkcaldy. There are various information boards dotted around the site and there are public toilets and car parking available in the park. The centre of Kirkcaldy is a short walk away.
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Loch Leven Castle
Loch Leven Castle on Castle Island in Loch Leven, Kinross, Scotland.
Mary Queen of Scots was imprisoned here in 1567 and forced to abdicate.
Loch leven Castle. Prison of Mary Queen of Scotland.
Mary's Daily life at Lochleven Castle (4 of 7)
This is part 4 of 7 short films. This film focuses on Mary’s daily life at Lochleven Castle.
These films were produced by pupils from the P4 class of Fossoway Primary School as part of Mary’s Milestones, a learning project co-ordinated by Historic Environment Scotland and the National Trust for Scotland.
The project aimed to create links between primary schools and local historic monuments with a connection to Mary Queen of Scots and to provide opportunities for pupils to experience the process of film making and using digital technology.
Places to see in ( Kinross - UK )
Places to see in ( Kinross - UK )
Kinross is a burgh in Perth and Kinross, Scotland. It was originally the county town of Kinross-shire. The site of the original parish church and churchyard are located down a small wynd overlooking Loch Leven, a little away from the town.
Kinross was originally linked by railway to Perthshire, Fife and Clackmannanshire until the rail links gradually disappeared. At one time three independent railway companies had their termini at the town. The Fife and Kinross Railway came from the east, the Kinross-shire Railway came from the south and The Devon Valley Railway came from the west. Recently Kinross has expanded considerably, especially since the construction of the M90 motorway - the main north-south artery which bypasses the town. Many people working within a commuting radius of Kinross have settled in the town owing to its convenient central location and excellent local amenities. Loch Leven is also a popular holiday base for tourists, who especially appreciate its proximity to Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stirling, Perth and St Andrews (all lying within an hour's drive of Kinross).
The burgh is attractively located on the shores of Loch Leven, and there are boat trips around the loch and to Loch Leven Castle, where Mary, Queen of Scots was famously held prisoner in 1567. There are roughly 4000-5000 people living in Kinross. The vast majority of children living in Kinross will attend Kinross High School, with the others also possibly attending local private schools such as Dollar Academy.
Kinross was also the home of Flight Sergeant George Thompson whose posthumous Victoria Cross in 1945 is often cited as the best merited of the entire air war. He was the wireless operator in a Lancaster of No. 9 Squadron on a dawn raid against the Dortmund-Ems Canal when the plane was struck by a salvo of two 88mm shells.
Kinross offers many opportunities for getting out and being active, with countless options for walking and cycling in the local area. A recently developed path called the Loch Leven Trails has been developed which offers 12.5 km of walking and cycling heritage trail around the shoreline of Loch Leven. It begins at RSPB Vane Farm Nature Reserve via Findatie to Kinross Pier/Kirkgate Park. The local leisure centre in Kinross - Loch Leven Leisure also opportunities for all ages and abilities to stay active all year round. Kinross also has 3 amateur football teams. Kinross AFC who currently play in the Fife Kingdom Caledonian Football League. Fossoway AFC who play in the Fife 1st division and Portmoak AFC who play in the Perthshire 3rd division.
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Boat Returning From The Castle On Loch Leven Kinross Perthshire Scotland
Tour Scotland Spring travel video of tourists on a boat returning from Loch Leven Castle on ancestry visit to Loch Leven by Kinross, Perthshire. You can cross the loch by boat to reach the island, just as Robert the Bruce and Mary Queen of Scots once did
Castle Campbell Dollar Clackmannanshire Scotland
Tour Scotland video of Castle Campbell on ancestry visit to Dollar, Clackmannanshire. This was the seat of the earls and dukes of Argyll, chiefs of Clan Campbell, and was visited by Mary Queen of Scots, in the 16th century. This Scottish tower house was built in the early 15th century and was known as Castle Gloom. The castle was originally a property of the Clan Stuart but passed by marriage to Colin Campbell, 1st Earl of Argyll and Lord Chancellor of Scotland.