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Eglinton Castle — Attraction in Scotland

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Eglinton Castle
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Eglinton Castle was a large Gothic castellated mansion in Kilwinning, North Ayrshire, Scotland.
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Eglinton Country Park
The Visitor Centre, Eglinton, Irvine KA12 8TA, United Kingdom
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Tournament cafe
Eglinton Country Park, Irvine KA12 8TA, United Kingdom
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Eglinton Castle

Kilwinning KA13 7QA, United Kingdom
4.5(238)
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Eglinton Castle was a large Gothic castellated mansion in Kilwinning, North Ayrshire, Scotland.

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Eglinton Country Park

Eglinton Country Park

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Tournament cafe

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Relatively modern in castle terms having been built between 1797 and 1802, after the original castle was burnt down in 1528. At the time the grandeur of the new castle was criticised. Unfortunately, immense costs forced the family to abandon it in 1925 with all the contents and lead roof sold off. It got progressively ruinous and then was further damaged in WWII during army training. It's now surrounded by a country park attracting lots of visitors who can appreciate the remains. It would be useful if there were some information boards to explain the history of the castle.
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Jacqueline “Lovelivinghistory” Heron WrayJacqueline “Lovelivinghistory” Heron Wray
Wonderful walks as always.
Peter MabonPeter Mabon
On the banks of the river Garnock, in the Eglinton estate, country park. Lovely country walking area with a visitor centre, car parking and a big kids play area. The original castle was the seat of the Earls of Eglinton, it was burnt by the Earl of Glencairn in 1528. The Castle was rebuilt between 1797 and 1802 It is now a ruin after the Montgomerie family suffered financial problems and abandoned it in 1925.
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Relatively modern in castle terms having been built between 1797 and 1802, after the original castle was burnt down in 1528. At the time the grandeur of the new castle was criticised. Unfortunately, immense costs forced the family to abandon it in 1925 with all the contents and lead roof sold off. It got progressively ruinous and then was further damaged in WWII during army training. It's now surrounded by a country park attracting lots of visitors who can appreciate the remains. It would be useful if there were some information boards to explain the history of the castle.
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On the banks of the river Garnock, in the Eglinton estate, country park. Lovely country walking area with a visitor centre, car parking and a big kids play area. The original castle was the seat of the Earls of Eglinton, it was burnt by the Earl of Glencairn in 1528. The Castle was rebuilt between 1797 and 1802 It is now a ruin after the Montgomerie family suffered financial problems and abandoned it in 1925.
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Relatively modern in castle terms having been built between 1797 and 1802, after the original castle was burnt down in 1528. At the time the grandeur of the new castle was criticised. Unfortunately, immense costs forced the family to abandon it in 1925 with all the contents and lead roof sold off. It got progressively ruinous and then was further damaged in WWII during army training. It's now surrounded by a country park attracting lots of visitors who can appreciate the remains. It would be useful if there were some information boards to explain the history...

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4y

Incredible place. The castle ruins are located in this serene “Eglinton Park”, and there’s this beautiful tree-lined walkway that approaches the castle ruins from the park entrance. A couple of gorgeous bridges and an exceptionally clear river are present in the park, and the castle grounds are very clean and well-kept. Located close to a Loch and set apart from other infrastructure, the ruins area is quiet and it almost feels like stepping into the last when you’re here. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in Scotland, and bring a good camera to take...

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6y

Visited here after researching it on Trip Advisor, a lovely place to walk with your dog, although close to a main road and cars can be heard in places zooming buy it was great to see the wild life. We were going to have nice long walk although it was cut short by the rain. The place was advertising its coffee shop but it seemed to be closed or lack of customers. A great place to walk and take in the views. There are notices advising you of different walks within the park and how easy...

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