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Skelbo Castle

📍 Highland, Scotland

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Skelbo Castle is a ruined 14th century keep, located near Dornoch, Sutherland, Scotland. The remaining wall is best preserved at the northern side of the castle. The remains are protected as a scheduled monument. The castle is located at a former ferry crossing and commanded views over Loch Fleet.

Granted to the Moravia family in the early 13th century. In 1290, Edward I's commissioners awaited Margaret, Maid of Norway at Skelbo, only to learn of her death aged 7. Captured by Robert the Bruce in 1308. Subject of ownership disputes in the 1490s. Scheduled monument.

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