Newark Castle, Port Glasgow (Glasgow)

10C castle

Summary 13th century buildings (or older) Gift shop Free car parking (on site)

Food and Drinks Tea Room

Introduction

This 15th century castle is mainly associated with Patrick Maxwell. His achievements in elegantly extending Newark are diminished by his notoriety for murdering two neighbours and beating his wife of 44 years and mother of his 16 children.

Open 1 April - 30 September, Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun, 9.30 am to 5.30 pm

History to the present day

Newark Castle was originally a Saxon fortified manor house, founded by King Edward the Elder. In 1073, Robert Bloet, bishop of Lincoln founded an earthwork motte and bailey fortress on the site. From 1123-33, Bishop Alexander the Magnificent completely rebuilt the castle, when founding a prominent stone structure of ornate construction. In the late 13th century, the castle was substantially rebuilt with a new riverside curtain wall and after alterations in the 15th and 16th centuries, the castle became more of a palace. Slighted after it was held for King Charles I during the Civil War, sadly only the gatehouse, including chapel and lodgings, curtain wall and north-west tower now remains. 

Arrival information and how to find us

Address: , Glasgow, , United Kingdom

Newark Castle is located in the town centre, off Castle Gate. 15 miles south-west of Lincoln, on the A46.

From Glasgow Central train station, take First Scotrail train (Wemyss Bay) to Port Glasgow (26 mins). Walk 12 mins to Newark Castle.