History-versus-drama landscape associated with the campaigning of 1054; visible fort is prehistoric.
Why this place matters
History-versus-drama landscape associated with the campaigning of 1054; visible fort is prehistoric.
The story on the ground
A compelling Macbeth landscape and genuine hillfort, but not a documented surviving 'Macbeth's castle'. Present the literary and traditional association honestly.
What the evidence supports
A compelling Macbeth landscape and genuine hillfort, but not a documented surviving 'Macbeth's castle'. Present the literary and traditional association honestly.
Before you go
- Council core path BURR/20. Park in the small layby at the route start or responsibly in Collace; the climb is steep and exposed.
- BURR/20 layby southeast of Collace, or park responsibly in Collace; follow the council core path uphill.
- Limited parking, steep rough or grassy ground, Highland weather and possible livestock. Do not block gates.