Barra Castle is the site of the Battle of Inverurie in 1308 when Robert the Bruce defeated John Comyn, Earl of Buchan. The current castle dates back from the early 16th century. There is a yew in the castle grounds and several around the castle courtyard.
Age: Heritage (<400 yrs)
Access: Private
Site Type: Historic Castle/House/Estate
Location: Barra Castle, Bourtie, Inverurie AB51 0HN
OS Map Grid: NJ 79223 25756
Coordinates: 57.321886, -2.346441
- Castle, History of Scotland, Robert the Bruce
Access: Private
Age: Heritage (<400 yrs)
Site Type: Historic Castle/House/Estate
Location: Barra Castle, Bourtie, Inverurie AB51 0HN
OS Map Grid: NJ 79223 25756
Coordinates: 57.321886, -2.346441