Kilmory Castle

#5915 among destinations in the United Kingdom

Forts and castles, Reportedly haunted

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Kilmory Castle, also known as Kilmory House, is a large 19th century house located just to the south of Lochgilphead, in old county Argyll, on the west coast of Scotland. It is currently occupied by the headquarters of the Argyll and Bute Council. The gardens are open to the public and form part of a country park on the former estate. The house is protected as a category B listed building. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 56°1'33"N, 5°25'17"W

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Kilmory Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Dunadd, Crinan Canal, Cam Loch, Loch A' Bharain.

4.7 miNW
Archaeological site
Dunadd, Kilmartin
120 min walk • Dunadd is a hillfort in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, dating from the Iron Age and early medieval period and is believed to be the capital of the ancient kingdom of Dál Riata.
3 miNW
Canal
Crinan Canal
78 min walk • The Crinan Canal between Crinan and Ardrishaig in Argyll and Bute in the west of Scotland is operated by Scottish Canals. The canal, which opened in 1801, takes its name from the village of Crinan at its western end.
2.9 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Cam Loch
75 min walk • Cam Loch is one of a number of water supply sources for the Crinan Canal. The impounding reservoir lies to the south of the canal and about 3 kilometres west of Lochgilphead.
3.9 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Loch A' Bharain, Crinan, Argyll
99 min walk • Loch A' Bharain is an impounding reservoir which sits directly on the north bank of the Crinan Canal beside lock No.9, 1.5 kilometres west of Cairnbaan, and is one of a number of reservoirs supplying water to the canal. The earthfill dam is 5.6 metres high and was constructed in...
7.2 miNW
Reportedly haunted, Forts and castles
Duntrune Castle, Crinan, Argyll
184 min walk • Duntrune Castle is located on the north side of Loch Crinan and across from the village of Crinan in Argyll, Scotland. It is thought to be the oldest continuously occupied castle on mainland Scotland. The castle is a category B listed building.
1.3 miSW
Village
Ardrishaig
34 min walk • One of the main attractions in Ardrishaig is the Crinan Canal, a marvel of engineering and a gateway to the stunning Scottish Highlands. Visitors can take leisurely walks along the canal, marvel at the impressive lock gates, and even embark on a boat trip to soak in...