Braal Castle

Braal Castle
Halkirk, Highland, Scotland
grid reference ND137602
Ruins of Braal Castle
TypeTower house
Site information
OwnerPrivate
Controlled byEarl of Caithness (14th-18th century)
Open to
the public
No
ConditionRuined
Site history
BuiltMid 14th century
Built byUnknown
In use14th century – ?
MaterialsStone

Braal Castle is located by the River Thurso north of the village of Halkirk, in Caithness, northern Scotland. The ruined castle, which dates back to the mid-14th century, was originally known as the Castle of Brathwell.