Originally built in the 1480's, as the baronial dwelling of the Maxwell family, Newark belongs to the fourth period of castles built in Scotland - the renaissance style. Florid ornamentation replac...
Absolutely fascinating little Castle with some original medieval wooden rafters. The gentleman at the desk today (3/7/22) was pleasant to talk to and clearly passionate about history. I highly recomme...
I have driven past here on a number of occasions and missed the turning! Today I paid more attention to the signposting and pulled in to the castle and parking area. Set on the banks of the Clyde estu...
Very knowledgeable member of staff
Lovely castle next to modern day ship builders. Well laid out information and very clean modern toilet facilities. Great for spending an hour or so.
17C ARCHITECTUREL GEM
Originally built in the 1480's, as the baronial dwelling of the Maxwell family, Newark belongs to the fourth period of castles built in Scotland - the renaissance style. Florid ornamentation replac...
Gem hidden amongst the shipyards.
Absolutely fascinating little Castle with some original medieval wooden rafters. The gentleman at the desk today (3/7/22) was pleasant to talk to and clearly passionate about history. I highly recomme...
Fine location
I have driven past here on a number of occasions and missed the turning! Today I paid more attention to the signposting and pulled in to the castle and parking area. Set on the banks of the Clyde estu...
Smaller than expected
The castle is a beautiful one but it’s smaller than i expected. You can’t go inside it currently but it’s still nice to walk around.