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Newark Castle, Port Glasgow
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Standing on a spit of land into the sea, Newark Castle consists of a much-extended simple square 15th-century keep. To this was added a 16th-century gatehouse block and a large late 16th-century range, to form three sides of a courtyard. The remaining side was formerly completed by a wall. Newark was originally a property of Danielstouns, but passed by marriage to the Maxwells of Calderwood in 1402, who built the castle. James IV was a frequent visitor. One of the family, Patrick Maxwell, was involved in the murders of Patrick Maxwell of Stanely in 1584 and the Montgomery Earl of Eglinton in 1596, during a series of feuds. The castle was abandoned as a residence early in the 18th century, and was put into State care in 1909.

Directions:On A8, Port Glasgow, Renfrewshire..
Ownership:HS 01745 741858Ord. Survey Map Ref:NS 331745 63
Open:Open April to September.
Key:P S WC £Click Here for explanation of Key and other abreviations

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