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| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MASONS' CAVE | Masons' Cave Masons' Cave Masons' Cave Masons' Cave |
Mr. John Bremner "The Cliffs & Caves of Arbroath" Revd. [Reverend] John Muir Mr. Paterson, East Seaton |
046 | [Situation] On the Shore SE. [South East] side of the parish. A Cave of Considerable extent Immediately beneath the Camp or Fort Called the Maiden Castle; it is so Called from its being visited by the Brethern of The Masonic Lodge from Arbroath. It was formerly called the Smuggler's Cave |
| MAIDEN CASTLE (Remains of Fort) | Maiden Castle Maiden Castle Maiden Castle Maiden Castle Green Castle ruins |
Mr. John Bremner "The Cliffs & Caves of Arbroath" Revd. [Reverend] John Muir Mr. Paterson, East Seaton Johnston's Co. [County] map. |
046 | [Situation] On the Shore SE. [South East] side of the parish. This name applies to a Camp or Fort in the Shore Overhead the Mason's Cave, and on the Farm of East Seaton The side next to the sea is a Rocky Cliff, and the approach, which is from the land, was defended by a Fosse and Bastion or rather a Mound of Earthwork which is Overgrown with grass and in very good preservation. It is sometimes Called Green Castle from its grassy appearance |
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[Page] 120Parish of St. Vigeans -- Sheet 46 No. 12 Trace 3
Maiden Castle [note]
"Before descending to the Shore let us take a glance at that half-moon formed
Bastion or green mound on our left not that we will be able to throw
any light on its origin for of that now no known records tell but having a reverence
for the antique we may adduce inferences from what may yet be seen. That the
mound has been artificially formed appears evident on investigation, and that it has been a place of strength
the fosse yet distinctly traceable would indicate but whether to attribute it to the Caledonian, the Roman or the
Dane might afford matter for searching enquiry. Its position may have been deemed impregnable and its name of The
Maiden Castle which has been handed down through ages would further confirm that it had been a strong hold but
the limited extent of its quadrangle is testimony that its garrison had never been extensive. It is a good remnant
of fortification and a striking memorial of the Olden tyme"
Caves &. Cliffs near Arbroath
by John Bremner
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