Directory of castles built in Shetland Islands, Scotland, UK

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http://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/shetland/scallowaycastle/
Undiscovered Scotland - Scalloway Castle
Reinforcing his claim on the Shetland Islands, Earl Patrick Stewart constructed this castle in 1600. Read about the strategically defended site and see colour pictures.

http://www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/properties_sites_detail.htm?propertyID=PL_241
Historic Scotland - Scalloway Castle
Peruse very brief historic note on this 17th century fortified mansion built by a cruel earl. Location and contact details.

http://www.geo.ed.ac.uk/scotgaz/features/featurefirst9721.html
Gazetteer for Scotland - Scalloway Castle
Study the ruins of 17th century castle built on the Shetland mainland that was deserted 15 years after completion. Short historic note, no photos.

http://scotlandvacations.com/brochs.htm
Orkney and Shetland Islands Brochs
Read about the history of brochs, what they are, and what they were used for. Plus colour photograph.

http://www.akhet.co.uk/pengweb/jarlshof.htm
Orinart - South Unst - Muness Castle
Learn more about medieval architecture and positioning of castles with this series of colour images.

http://www.castleuk.net/castle_lists_scotland/1/munesscastle.htm
CastleUK - Muness Castle
Investigate this 16th century castle, now owned by Historic Scotland, that is the most northerly to be built in Scotland. Also study architectural note, access times, and directions.

http://www.castleuk.net/castle_lists_scotland/4/jarlshofhouse.htm
CastleUK - Jarlshof House
Appraise ruin of laird's house on remote island north of Scotland that was fortified. Plus range of colour images, map, and access details.

http://www.castleuk.net/castle_lists_scotland/4/scallowaycastle.htm
CastleUK - Scalloway Castle
Research ruins of 17th century tower house castle with stair turret in the centre of Scalloway. Plus colour photograph, street map, and access data.

http://www.castleuk.net/castle_lists_scotland/5/noltlandcastle.htm
CastleUK - Noltland Castle
Constructed by Gilbert Balfour during 16th century, this big Z-plan tower house was built over previous 15th century castle. Also includes construction details, map, and colour image.

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