Spey Tower
Mediaeval tower in Scotland
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Spey Tower, also known as Spy Tower, was a medieval gatehouse in Perth, Scotland. The tower was part of the Perth city walls (Perth being the only walled city in Scotland)[1] and was located near to Gowrie House. It guarded the south gate of the city, close to the River Tay.[2]
| Spey Tower | |
|---|---|
| General information | |
| Location | Scotland |
The tower contained a strong prison. Cardinal David Beaton confined people whom he had condemned for heresy, and witnessed their execution from the tower.[1] The hereditary keepers of the tower were at one time the Rosses of Craigie.
The tower stood near the site of the Perth Sheriff Court, and was demolished in 1766.
