Inverness Castle 1865 – 2023

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In 1836, architect William Burn completed the southern block of Inverness Castle, a striking red sandstone structure overlooking the River Ness. This building served as the County Hall for Inverness-shire. In 1848, a northern block was added, originally functioning as a prison and later converted into the Sheriff's Court. The castle's design features a castellated frontage with multiple round towers and a central round-headed entrance. Notably, a restored medieval well from the earlier fortress is located between the two buildings. In 1896, a statue of Flora MacDonald, created by Inverness sculptor Andrew Davidson, was erected in front of the castle, commemorating her role in aiding Bonnie Prince Charlie's escape. The castle remained the seat of the Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service until 2020, after which it was redeveloped into the Inverness Castle Experience, offering visitors immersive stories of the Highlands' past, present, and future. (invernesscastle.scot)