Rothesay Castle is a ruined castle in Rothesay, the principal town on the Isle of Bute, in western Scotland. Located at NS086646, the castle has been described as "one of the most remarkable in Scotland", for its long history dating back to the beginning of the 13th century, and its unusual circular plan.
Rothesay Castle, with the 16th century forework in the centre, and the 13th century "Pigeon Tower" on the right
The 13th century curtain wall seen from the south-east, across the moat. The bases of the south-east and south-west towers can be seen.
The vaulted entrance tunnel.
Rothesay is the principal town on the Isle of Bute, in the council area of Argyll and Bute, Scotland. It lies along the coast of the Firth of Clyde. It can be reached by ferry from Wemyss Bay, which offers an onward rail link to Glasgow. At the centre of the town is the 13th-century ruin Rothesay Castle, unique in Scotland for its circular plan.
Rothesay Pier
Rothesay Castle in 2016
Rothesay Town Hall and County Buildings
Glenburn Hotel, formerly a hydropathic establishment