Careston Castle is a Grade A listed building in the Angus local planning authority area, Scotland. First listed on 11 June 1971. Castle. 2 related planning applications.

Careston Castle

WRENN ID
crooked-niche-merlin
Grade
A
Local Planning Authority
Angus
Country
Scotland
Date first listed
11 June 1971
Type
Castle
Address
Careston Castle, DD9 6RT
OS grid reference
NO 530 598
Coordinates
56.72827, -2.7685
Source
Historic Environment Scotland listing

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Description

Careston Castle is a four-storey tower house featuring a vaulted basement and projecting wings. It may date back to the late 16th century, although it has undergone significant alterations in later periods. The south frontage displays an armorial stone dated 1714. Inside, there are impressive features including carved chimney pieces, a painted ceiling, and a private chapel that contains a communion chair and table from 1623.

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  • Full EPC report — heating system, energy costs, size, glazing, construction etc.
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  • Related listed building consents — 2 applications
  • Detailed attributes — period, style, materials, features
  • Flood risk assessment
  • Radon risk assessment
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Nearby listed buildings

  1. Old Gates, Careston Castle Grade B 72 m
  2. Dovecot, Careston Grade B 310 m
  3. Kirkyard Walls, Careston Parish Church Grade B 505 m
  4. Careston Parish Church Grade B 513 m
  5. Manse, Careston Parish Kirk Grade C 536 m
  6. Stables, Manse, Careston Parish Kirk Grade C 544 m
  7. South Gates, Careston Castle Grade B 1.0 km
  8. Miller's House, Mill Of Marcus Grade C 1.3 km
  9. Watermill, Mill Of Marcus Grade C 1.3 km
  10. Garden, Balglassie House Grade C 2.3 km