Built in the 1400’s, the castle is a historic ruin. The interior is closed for restoration work; however, it doesn’t appear as though any work has been done in years. The ruin still rises in places to its height of three stories.
The rock the castle is built on used to form an islet in Loch Awe but the water level was lowered in the 19th century so. Ow the castle can be reached by a promontory.
The oblong tower house was built by Sir Colin Campbell of Glenorchy, who...
Read moreA lovely spot to stop for a leg stretch and photographs. Free parking but no toilets. A nice walk down and plenty of spots to take picures. It's just a shame historic Scotland has surrounded the ruins in ugly fencing to keep people out.
We think we dropped our baby's woolly hat in the car park. Its blue and white with a furry pompom in case anyone finds it! And also possibly a white blanket with blue bears! We visited on...
Read moreKilchurn castle is usually one of my favourite castles to visit. However, due to safety issues, entry to the castle is not allowed, which has been the case for several years. Historic environment Scotland doesn't appear to have made any comms regarding when they will...
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