Parts of Newark Castle date back to the 15th century, but it was adapted and added to over the years.
I love looking at the old timbers in the castle. The roof of the upstairs gallery is spectacular. When conservators dated the roof timbers they found that they were much older that the actual building and had been taken from somewhere else and reused here - recycling even then! You can see numeral carved into this one - others have them too. It is thought this was to help the carpenters assemble the roof when it was being built.
This old door certainly shows its age, but is absolutely wonderful.
Please don't leave Newark Castle off your Inverclyde itinerary. The Castle is looked after by Historic Environment Scotland. Check their site for opening times and entry prices.
