POWRIE CASTLE

Situated in the northern reaches of Dundee, Powrie Castle is a 16th-century fortress with a rich history. The castle's initial construction took place in the early 16th century, but in 1548, it fell victim to destruction at the hands of the English forces stationed in Balgillo, as a component of the tumultuous "Rough Wooing." Following this significant event, the castle was reconstructed as two distinct structures, shaping an enclosed courtyard configuration. The southern wing was erected as a Z-plan tower house, featuring an impressive vaulted ceiling.