Old Keiss Castle

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Old Keiss Castle, located in Caithness, Scotland, United Kingdom, is a 16th-century ruinous tower house. Positioned near the village of Keiss, the structure stands on a sheer cliff with views of Sinclair's Bay. Its ruins include a five-storey tower and remnants of the barmkin walls.

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Built around 1600, Old Keiss Castle was originally a stronghold of the Sinclair clan. The architecture features a rectangular plan typical of tower houses of its era. The site is accessible via a coastal path and provides views of the North Sea. Visitors can view the exterior year-round, though the interior is not open to the public.