Madison Manor in Arlington in Arlington County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Brandymore Castle
Photographed By Craig Swain, June 4, 2008
1. Brandymore Castle Marker
Inscription.
Brandymore Castle. . This landmark was first described in 1724 by surveyor Charles Broadwater as "the rock stones called Brandymore Castle." Research in 1972 established that the natural formation matched the boundary descriptions on the 18th century land grands from Lord Fairfax to William Gunnel, James Going and Simon Pearson, George Harrison, John Carlye and John Dalton, and Captain Charles Broadwater. The origin of the name "Brandymore" is unknown, but this rocky outcrop resembles the collapsed battlements of an old castle with Four Mile Run serving as a moat.
This landmark was first described in 1724 by surveyor Charles Broadwater as "the rock stones called Brandymore Castle." Research in 1972 established that the natural formation matched the boundary descriptions on the 18th century land grands from Lord Fairfax to William Gunnel, James Going and Simon Pearson, George Harrison, John Carlye and John Dalton, and Captain Charles Broadwater. The origin of the name "Brandymore" is unknown, but this rocky outcrop resembles the collapsed battlements of an old castle with Four Mile Run serving as a moat.
Erected by Arlington County, Virginia.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Natural Features • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1724.
Location. 38° 53.052′ N, 77° 9.154′ W. Marker is in Arlington, Virginia, in Arlington County. It is in Madison Manor. Marker can be reached from Custis Memorial Highway (Interstate 66), on the right when traveling east. The marker is best reached from the parking lot for East Falls Church Park, off North Roosevelt Street. The marker is along the Washington & Old Dominion Railroad Trail Park, which runs next to the interstate at this point. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Arlington VA 22205, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance
2. Brandymore Castle Marker along the W & OD Trail
Photographed By Craig Swain, June 4, 2008
3. Some of the Outcroppings
Credits. This page was last revised on February 1, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 6, 2008, by Craig Swain of Leesburg, Virginia. This page has been viewed 3,921 times since then and 58 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on June 6, 2008, by Craig Swain of Leesburg, Virginia.
