Leuchars Castle and Doocot
17 minute walk from Leuchars (for St. Andrews) station · Stirling, Central and Fife · Free entry
Leuchars Castle was a historic fortification located in Fife, Scotland. Originally established as a 12th-century motte and bailey, it was rebuilt in stone during the 13th century and featured significantly in Scottish history before its demolition in the 20th century.
The site is notable for its turbulent past, having been attacked and slighted by the English in 1327 and besieged by the forces of Sir Andrew Murray in 1337. To the north, the associated royal house at Pitlethie hosted monarchs like James V and Mary, Queen of Scots, for hunting and falconry.
Today, visitors can see the nearby castle doocot, which is a Category A listed structure. While the main royal buildings no longer stand, the area's rich heritage is marked by its royal connections and the discovery of an 18th-century armorial stone featuring the royal arms.
Visitor information
- Place type
- Castle
- Good for
- Architecture, Castles, Military history
- Characteristics
- Listed, Medieval, Ruin
- Admission
- Free
- Region
- Stirling, Central and Fife
Stations within walking distance
- Leuchars (for St. Andrews) station — 17 min walk, 1.4 km
Other places near Leuchars (for St. Andrews)
- Eden Mill — 19 min walk from the station
- St Michaels Golf Club — 20 min walk from the station
- Eden Estuary Local Nature Reserve — 22 min walk from the station