Arnot Tower facts for kids
Arnot Tower is a cool old castle from the 1500s. It's now a ruin, but you can still see its remains in the grounds of Arnot Tower House. This historic spot is in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, not far from a place called Scotlandwell.
Arnot Tower: A Glimpse into History
The castle you see today was built around 1507. But guess what? There were already defenses here way back in the 1400s! The tower has four floors and a strong, arched basement.
Who Lived at Arnot Tower?
The Arnot family built this tower. They were a very old family, with records going all the way back to 1105!
- In 1296, a man named David Arnot of Fyfe had to promise loyalty to King Edward I of England. This was a big deal, as about 2000 other noble landowners had to do the same.
- Later, Nicol Arnot was a strong supporter of King Robert the Bruce, a famous Scottish king.
- Sadly, Robert Arnot was killed in a major battle called the battle of Flodden in 1514.
- The Arnot family eventually left the old tower around 1700.
Today, Arnot Tower is a "scheduled monument." This means it's a really important historical site that is protected by law so it can be preserved for the future.
A Story of Love and Feuds
In 1760, a local poet named Michael Bruce wrote a poem about a true story from the Arnot family. It was about a love story between an Arnot daughter and a young man from the Balfour family, who lived in nearby Burleigh Castle.
The two families were in a big feud, which means they were enemies. But the Arnot daughter and the Balfour son fell in love! It's believed that the daughter ran away to Burleigh Castle to be with her love.
