Stirling Castle Timeline

Alexander I of Scotland dies at Stirling Castle.

William I of Scotland dies at Stirling Castle.

A Scottish army led by William Wallace defeats an English army at the Battle of Stirling Bridge.

Edward I of England is victorious at the Battle of Falkirk where 20,000 Scots are killed. Stirling Castle is regained.

The North Gate is added to Stirling Castle.

Another English army attacks Scotland and regains control of Stirling Castle.

Robert the Bruce defeats Edward II of England at the Battle of Bannockburn, effectively re-establishing Scottish independence. Stirling Castle is regained.

The English regain control of Stirling Castle.

The Scots regain control of Stirling Castle after a six-month siege.

James II of Scotland stabs William Douglas in Stirling Castle, the earl is then finished off by the king's companions.

Birth of James III of Scotland in Stirling Castle.

James III of Scotland begins repairs of Stirling Castle.

A workshop for casting cannons is added to Stirling Castle.

James IV of Scotland adds a Great Hall, new kitchens and the Royal Chapel to Stirling Castle.

Coronation of James V of Scotland at Stirling Castle.

James V of Scotland adds the Palace building to Stirling Castle.

Coronation of Mary, Queen of Scots in Stirling Castle.

Henry, the eldest son of James VI of Scotland, is born in Stirling Castle.

Forces loyal to Oliver Cromwell and led by General George Monck capture Stirling Castle.

An artillery battery is added to the east side of Stirling Castle.

Bonnie Prince Charlie launches a failed attack to capture Stirling Castle.

Stirling Castle serves as an army barracks.

The Great Hall at Stirling Castle is converted into a three-storey barracks.

The Esplanade parade ground is added to Stirling Castle.

Powder magazines are built in the nether bailey of Stirling Castle.