Torthorwald Castle in Torthorwald, Scotland
The first castle at this location was a simple earthwork motte-and-bailey construction, built at some point in the 12th century. The site of Torthorwald Castle was owned by David Torthorwald by the 13th century. During the First War of Scottish Independence, some of Sir David's descendants supported the English army. As a punishment, King Robert the Bruce confiscated the lands in 1306 and gave…
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