Where is MacLellans Castle in Kirkcudbright, Scotland?

MacLellan’s Castle in the town of Kirkcudbright, in Galloway, Scotland, was built in the late 16th century. It stands in the centre of Kirkcudbright, on the south side of the River Dee which flows into the Solway Firth.

What was the history of Sir Thomas MacLellans Castle?

See the remains of Sir Thomas MacLellan’s tower house, and discover how castle building had evolved by the late 1500s. Unlike the heavily defended model of old, this castle favours comfort over cannons. Learn the riches to rags story of the MacLellan family, whose reversal of fortune led to the castle’s demise

Who are the owners of Castle MacLellan foods?

Castle MacLellan Foods Ltd, Riverside, Dee Walk, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries & Galloway, DG6 4DR, Scotland 01557 330 905 Castle MacLellan is proud to be part of the Kavli Group. Kavli is owned by the Kavli Trust which supports good causes both in the UK and abroad.

Where are the wings of MacLellans castle located?

MacLellan’s Castle is laid out in an L-plan, consisting of two wings meeting at right angles. This type of tower house is typical of Scottish architecture and often dates from 1540–1680. One wing runs north–south and the other east–west; they meet in the southwest corner.

Who was the owner of MacLellans Castle Selkirk?

The L-plan castle was the residence of the MacLellan family from whom it derived its name. The family sold the castle in 1752, and from 1782 to 1912 it was held by the Earls of Selkirk. Today, the site is curated by Historic Environment Scotland. MacLellan’s Castle was covered in ivy in the 19th century.

How did the MacLellan clan get its name?

The form “MacLellan” was chosen as our clan name because the castle at Kirkcudbright has this spelling. Scottish history also uses this spelling most often in referring to the Lords Kirkcudbright and other knights bearing the name in Galloway, particularly the Stewartry of Kirkcudbright. Our Clan Motto is “Think On”.