Myres Castle has been awarded five stars by national tourist
board, VisitScotland, which recently launched a new category entitled ‘Exclusive
Use Venue’.
Myres Castle is set within a 44acre estate in the Kingdom of Fife,
Scotland, only 45 minutes drive from Edinburgh. The castle, recently
refurbished has exceptional charm and its dedicated team of staff creates an
atmosphere of quality and discretion.The facilities are luxurious and the
cuisine is outstanding. Whether you are discovering Scotland's living history
or celebrating a special event with friends and family, you'll find your
stay both relaxing and restoring. Myres is ideal for a house party, small
Corporate meeting /Incentive retreat, Fairytale Wedding, Golf
with over 100 courses within a 1 hours drive, most notably St Andrews, 20
minutes drive or for exploring the beauty of Scotland.
History
The castle is set on a rise with panoramic views from the battlements over
the surrounding countryside. The original Myres Castle was a Z-plan fortress
dating from around 1530. The castle has been altered and extended throughout the
years. The square tower top of grey ashlar was added in 1616, providing a
striking contrast with the ochre harling of the rest of the castle. This tower
top features garlands, shields, initials and, with a parapet and flagpole, is an
impressive addition to the castle.
More detailed history
The estate called "The Myres" is situated within the parish of Auchtermuchty.
The lands of Auchtermuchty originally formed a part of the large possessions of
the earl of Fife, and they were subsequently conveyed by marriage to Robert,
Duke of Albany. However, in 1425 his son Murdoch, Duke of Albany, forfeited his
estates to the crown. For a long time after 1425 the tenants of Auchtermuchty
held their feus directly from the King, and their rents were accounted for in
rolls of the Royal Exchequer. In the earliest documents referring to the lands o
Auchtermuchty they were divided into two parts, named respectively the North
Quarter and the South Quarter of Auchtermuchty, and this division was maintained
up to the end of the 16th Century. The first recorded renter of the South
Quarter,"The Myres", was an Englishman called Robert Coxwell who lived at the
Scottish Royal Court. Click on one of the names opposite to read about the
residents of the castle.
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