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Stirling Castle

Stirling Castle is near Stirling in Stirling, Scotland. Mary, Queen of Scots, was crowned here in 1543. On the Sim Britain map, it is available to sponsor for £1.

History

Stirling Castle sits on a volcanic crag guarding the lowest crossing of the River Forth, which made it one of the most important castles in Scotland. The great battles of Stirling Bridge (1297) and Bannockburn (1314) were fought nearby.

Most of the buildings date from the 15th and 16th centuries. Mary, Queen of Scots, was crowned in its chapel in 1543, and the Royal Palace has been restored to show how it looked in the 1540s.

Quick facts

• Where: Stirling, Stirling, Scotland
• Built / formed: mostly 15th and 16th centuries
• Mary, Queen of Scots, was crowned here in 1543
• Guards the old crossing of the River Forth
• The Royal Palace is restored to its 1540s look

Visiting Stirling Castle

For opening times, tickets and visitor information, see the official Stirling Castle website ↗. You can also read more on Wikipedia ↗.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Stirling Castle?

Stirling Castle is near Stirling in Stirling, Scotland.

When was Stirling Castle built?

Stirling Castle: mostly 15th and 16th centuries.

Who sponsors Stirling Castle on Sim Britain?

Nobody yet. Stirling Castle is available to sponsor on the Sim Britain map for £1.

How do I sponsor Stirling Castle on Sim Britain?

Open Stirling Castle on the map, choose Claim and pay £1 by card. Your logo goes on top of the landmark with a link to your website, and the building grows a layer. If someone outbids you, the price rises by half.

Can I visit Stirling Castle?

Yes. Opening times, tickets and visitor information are on the official website. Official website ↗

Nearby landmarks

• The Kelpies Falkirk, Scotland
• Forth Bridge South Queensferry, Scotland
• Edinburgh Castle Edinburgh, Scotland
• St Andrews Old Course St Andrews, Scotland

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