Lordscairnie Castle

Lordscairnie Castle is a large and simple keep of the Third Period that stands on level low-lying ground in the hills about three miles north of Cupar, in Scotland. It was constructed in the mid-15th century by Alexander, the Fourth Earl of Crawford, also known as Earl Beardie or the Tiger Earl. The castle walls are about 6 feet thick and the interior is now completely gutted. At the south-east angle, the corbelling of a corner bartizan still exists, and two bold corbels are still visible at the top of the tower over the doorway. There were also two floors which contained bedrooms, but these are now gone. The castle has a great hall on the first floor which was 42 feet long and 21 feet wide. This was lighted with windows on three sides and contained a fireplace in the south side wall. The ground floor contained vaulted cellars which have since been demolished. The castle was used as a church by the parish minister of Moonzie when he was ejected from the parish church at the Revolution. Since then, it has been allowed to fall into ruin, but its sturdy walls have resisted the elements and the attempts to pull them apart.  Today, Lordscairnie Castle stands as a reminder of the turbulent history of Scotland. It offers visitors a unique glimpse into the past and serves as a testament to the strength and resilience of the Scottish people.