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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › St_Andrews_CastleSt Andrews Castle - Wikipedia

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   stone. St Andrews Castle is a ruin located in the coastal Royal Burgh of St Andrews in Fife, Scotland. The castle sits on a rocky promontory overlooking a small beach called Castle Sands and the adjoining North Sea. There has been a castle standing at the site since the times of Bishop Roger (1189–1202), son of the Earl of Leicester.

   • Built: c.1200
   • Built by: Roger de Beaumont

   • In use: Until c.1689
   • Owner: Historic Environment Scotland

2. www.historicenvironment.scot › st-andrews-castleSt Andrews Castle | Public Body for Scotland's Historic ...

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   An overview of St Andrews Castle in the Kingdom of Fife, a bishop’s palace and the site of some important events leading up to the Protestant Reformation.

3. www.historicenvironment.scot › visit-a-placeSt Andrews Castle: History and Research | Hist Env Scotland ...

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   Learn about the history of St Andrews Castle, the former residence of Scotland’s bishops and archbishops, and the site of key events in the Protestant Reformation. Discover how the castle was built, damaged, rebuilt and abandoned over the centuries, and explore its unique features such as the mine and countermine.

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5. www.visitscotland.com › st-andrews-castle-p248521St Andrews Castle, St Andrews – Castles | VisitScotland

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   Explore the ruins of the castle of the Archbishops of St Andrews, dating in part from the 13th century. See the underground siege mine, the bottle dungeon and the visitor centre with multi-sensory aspects.

   • Location: The Scores, St Andrews, KY16 9AR, Fife

6. www.historicenvironment.scot › visit-a-placeSt Andrews Castle

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   St Andrews Castle is a medieval fortress that was a bishop’s palace, a fortress and a state prison for 450 years. Learn about its role in the Protestant Reformation, the siege of 1546–47 and the Hamilton Façade, a stunning frontage.

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   What is St Andrews Castle famous for?

   • HERITAGE RATING: HERITAGE HIGHLIGHTS: 16th century counter-mine, medieval bottle dungeon One of the most historic and scenically beautiful castles in Scotland, St Andrews Castle stands on a high clifftop site that was first fortified around 1100.

   St Andrews Castle, Fife | Historic Scotland Guide - Britain Express

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   Was St Andrews Castle a prison?

   • St Andrews Castle was a bishop’s palace, a fortress and a state prison during its 450-year history. Protestant preacher George Wishart may have been imprisoned in the castle’s bottle dungeon. Cardinal Beaton’s murdered body was certainly kept in the dank and airless hole.

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   Why should you visit St Andrews Castle in Fife?

   • St. Andrews Castle in Fife is a stunning reminder of the turbulent history of Scotland. This iconic castle was built in the 12th century and served as a residence for the bishops and archbishops of St. Andrews for hundreds of years, witnessing numerous sieges, battles, and political upheavals.

   St. Andrews Castle Visitor Guide | Fife - Out About Scotland

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   Why was St Andrews Castle built?

   • The bishops who oversaw the administration of the cathedral were some of the most powerful men in Scotland, and accordingly, they needed a safe refuge to live in, hence the reason why a castle was built a few hundred feet to the north on top of cliffs overlooking St. Andrews Bay.

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8. outaboutscotland.com › st-andrews-castleSt. Andrews Castle Visitor Guide | Fife - Out About Scotland

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   Mar 17, 2023 · The Highlights. 1: St. Andrews Castle is a must-visit destination in the town, especially for anyone with an interest in history. As the original stronghold of the bishops of St. Andrews, this ruined fortress has a fascinating story to tell that spans hundreds of years and is explained through a series of informative displays in the on-site visitor centre.

9. www.britainexpress.com › castles › st-andrewsSt Andrews Castle, Fife | Historic Scotland Guide

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   Learn about the history and attractions of St Andrews Castle, a medieval fortress on a clifftop site in Fife. See the 16th century counter-mine, the bottle dungeon, and the site of the siege of 1546.