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Kilchurn Castle: History | Historic Environment Scotland | HES. Lochawe, Dalmally PA33 1AF. Overview. Prices and opening times. Getting here. History. Campbell land. Sir Colin Campbell, 1st Lord of Glenorchy, built Kilchurn Castle at the head of Loch Awe in the mid-1400s.
Discover the captivating history and architectural grandeur of Kilchurn Castle on the banks of Loch Awe in Scotland. Immerse yourself in its storied past, marvel at its impressive architecture, and soak in the breathtaking beauty of the surrounding landscape.
A picturesque and much-photographed ruin on a peninsula (a former island) in Loch Awe, Kilchurn Castle is a courtyard castle of the 15th century. It consists of a substantial rectangular tower of four storeys and a garret, which was extended with ranges of buildings in the 16th and 17th centuries. Kilchurn Castle (© Martin Coventry)
Oct 24, 2019 · Historic Environment Scotland now oversees the castle, which the Campbells of Glenorchy built in the 15th century as their power base. Admission is free. Address: Lochawe, Dalmally, PA33 1AF. Opening Hours: 1 April to 30 September, Daily 9.30 am to 5.30 pm. October - March: Closed.
Nov 22, 2023 · There are few castles in Scotland as picturesque as Kilchurn Castle on Loch Awe. It’s right at the top of Scotland’s most Instagrammable spots, but that’s not the only thing you should visit for. The reason why Kilchurn Castle is one of Scotland’s greatest, is the stories that go along with it.
Sitting on the banks of Loch Awe, the beautiful five-storey tower house that is Kilchurn Castle is a stunning structure with a rich history. Not only does Kilchurn have a fascinating tale involving one of the most powerful clans in Scotland, but it’s also one of the most photographed castles in the country.
Overview. Nearby attractions. Accommodation. HERITAGE RATING: HERITAGE HIGHLIGHTS: 15th century tower house and 17th century military barracks. Kilchurn Castle at dawn. There are few more scenic castles in Scotland than Kilchurn, built on a small, rocky isthmus joined to the shore at the tip of Loch Awe.
