Kilchurn Castle - Wikipedia
Kilchurn Castle (/ k əl ˈ x ʊər n /) [1] is a ruined structure on a rocky peninsula at the northeastern end of Loch Awe, in Argyll and Bute, Scotland. It was first constructed in the mid-15th century as the base of the Campbells of Glenorchy, who extended both the castle and their territory in the area over the next 150 years.
Kilchurn Castle | Lead Public Body for Scotland's Historic …
Kilchurn Castle was a fortress, a comfortable residence and later a garrison stronghold, and contains the oldest surviving barracks on the British mainland. Its five-storey tower house dominates the complex, with a lower hall, courtyard and barracks below.
Kilchurn Castle, Dalmally – Castles - VisitScotland
The castle’s dramatic situation – at the head of Loch Awe, with the peak of Ben Cruachan visible; one of the most photographed castles in Scotland. The inscription over the front door – acknowledging John Earl of Breadalbane (IEB) and his wife, Countess Mary Campbell (CMC) with …
What Happened to Kilchurn Castle? A Testament to Scottish …
2024年6月13日 · Nestled at the northeastern end of Loch Awe in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, lies the captivating ruins of Kilchurn Castle. This once-mighty stronghold has witnessed centuries of Scottish history, from the rise of the powerful Campbells of Glenorchy to …
Kilchurn Castle: History | Historic Environment Scotland | HES
Get key points in the history of Kilchurn Castle, the base of the Campbells of Glenorchy, converted into a garrison stronghold during the second Jacobite Rising.
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