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The Gun Room (cont'd)
Around the walls may be seen various artifacts relating to the history of the castle and its owners, including: a portrait of James I/VI and Queen Anne, a photocopy of the charter of confirmation of the grant of the lands of Pitreavie to Henry Wardlaw, a photocopy of the document in which the Scottish Parliament ratified the charter, a print of the castle as it was before 1885, a map of the battle of Pitreavie, a print showing the disposition of the British fleet at Trafalgar & Blackwood's account of the battle, a precis of the Blackwood line, (on the wall in the fireplace) including a mention of several members of the family who served with distinction in the Armed Forces of the Crown and a cannon ball fired during the battle of Pitreavie, and discovered during building work in the Air Force years.
The Yett and Beggars' Seat
The door to the 'Ladies' Powder Room' to the North of the Gun Room leads into the west wing. Here in what was originally the guard chamber, may be seen the great iron yett which guarded the entrance to the castle. The yett is formed of iron bars, and constructed in an intricate interwoven fashion designed to prevent intruders from taking it apart. Of equal interest is the little alcove where the stone benches are now topped with foam cushions. This is the 'beggars seat' part of the original guard chamber, sheltered from the elements but not quite within the castle. Here the poor of the parish would sit, waiting for any food remaining from the family meals.
The Flag Room
Returning to the reception hall, and ascending the stairs to the first floor, the room directly ahead, known as the 'Flag Room' from the time when the squadron standards were kept there. It is presently used as a television lounge, but displays clear evidence of its original purpose: around the top of the oak panelling may be seen carved quotations from the Bible. This was the Beveridge family chapel, probably one of the last private chapels to be built in Britain.