Abercorn Castle
Abercorn Castle was a 12th-century castle near Abercorn in West Lothian, Scotland.
| Abercorn Castle | |
|---|---|
  Abercorn Castle | |
| Coordinates | 55.997716°N 3.472059°W |
| Site information | |
| Condition | Ruined |
| Site history | |
| Built | 12th century |
| Demolished | 1455 |
The castle was in the possession of William de Avenel in the mid-12th century, before passing to the Graham family by marriage and was then passed to the Douglas family by marriage.[1] On 18 April 1455, the castle was captured and destroyed by King James II of Scotland, after a siege.
Citations
- Coventry, p. 18.
References
- Coventry, Martin. Castles of the Clans: the strongholds and seats of 750 Scottish families and clans. Musselburgh. (2008)
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