Scheduled MonumentsScotlandArdfad Castle

Ardfad Castle

Scotland
HES SM4228
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Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Ardfad Castle is a ruined castle site located in Argyllshire, Scotland. The monument comprises the remains of a fortified structure, though detailed scholarly documentation of its specific construction phases and architectural features is limited in widely accessible records. The site represents the type of defensive settlement characteristic of medieval Argyllshire, a region significant for its clan territories and maritime importance. As with many Scottish castle remains in this area, Ardfad reflects the strategic concerns of its period, though further archaeological investigation would be required to establish precise dating and historical associations with certainty.

Ardfad Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4228. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ardfad Castle?

Ardfad Castle is a ruined castle site located in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4228.

Who is responsible for protecting Ardfad Castle?

Ardfad Castle is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic Environment Scotland — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Scotland. The official designation reference is SM4228.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ardfad Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dun Aorain,Ellanbeich,Seil (3.2 km), Easdale, slate quarries and associated workings (3.9 km), Ballachuan, chapel and burial ground 255m ESE of Braefoot (4.2 km).

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