Craigie Castle
| Craigie Castle | |
|---|---|
| Craigie, South Ayrshire, Scotland UK grid reference NS4084831699 | |
The keep of Craigie Castle | |
| Site information | |
| Controlled by | Lindsay clan |
| Open to the public | No |
| Condition | Ruined |
| Location | |
| Coordinates | 55°33′10″N 4°31′29″W / 55.5529°N 4.5246°W |
| Grid reference | grid reference NS408316 |
| Site history | |
| Built | 12th century |
| In use | Until 17th century |
| Materials | Stone |
Craigie Castle, in the old Barony of Craigie, is a ruined fortification situated about 4 miles (6.4 km) southeast of Kilmarnock and 1 mile (1.6 km) southeast of Craigie village, in the Civil Parish of Craigie, South Ayrshire, Scotland. The castle is recognised as one of the earliest buildings in the county. It lies about 1.25 miles (2 km) west-south-west of Craigie church. Craigie Castle is protected as a scheduled monument.