Caskieben was a palisaded tower built by the Garviach family during the 12th century Norman expansion into Scotland. It stood on a low, circular mound surrounded by a 2 metre deep, 15 metre wide moat.
This earlier wooden tower was superseded nearby by a 13th century stone castle also named Caskieben at first, but later renamed Keith Hall.
Nothing now remains of a structure, but the mound and moat are still visible.
Alternative names
Keith Hall
Where is Caskieben (site of)?
Caskieben (site of) is in the parish of Keithhall and Kinkell and the county of Aberdeenshire.
Grid reference: NJ 7879 2135
Lat / long: 57.28203425, -2.35334179
Lat / long: 57.28203425, -2.35334179
