Lindores Abbey
Ruined but once great abbey about a mile from Newburgh on Tay Vuisisit
Lindore Abbey was founded in 1191 and was visited by a number of kings before being sacked by John Know and mob in 1559. Much of the stone was then used in the building of Newburgh.
Its main claim to fame is that it is the first recorded place where whisky is recorded on excise rolls in 1494
Travel Directions to Lindores Abbey
Turn off A913 just as you enter Newburgh from South and take Abbey Road
Nearby Castles
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Parbroath Castle
Ruined Seton Castle with only vaulting still visible in middle of agricultural field. Walk up.
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Old Slains Castle
Original 13th century site of Hay Family castle later replaced. Ruined with single tower still standing. Dramatic position and excellent picnic spot.
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Ballinbreich Castle
One of two castles of the same name - the other is in Moray and never important. It passed through various hands before its stone was ransacked for other buildings. In somewhat derelict and possibly dangerous state
Lindores Abbey Cottages and Holiday SelfCatering
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