Scheduled MonumentsScotlandAuchencloigh Castle

Auchencloigh Castle

Scotland
HES SM5393
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Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Auchencloigh Castle is a ruined fortified structure located in Ayrshire, Scotland, and is recorded within the Historic Environment Scotland database under designation SM5393. The castle represents a defensive stronghold of medieval or early modern date, though precise chronological attribution requires examination of surviving structural evidence and historical documentation. The site's remains indicate construction typical of Scottish baronial fortifications, featuring defensive characteristics suited to its period. As with many Ayrshire castles, Auchencloigh would have served an important role in the regional power structures and territorial control of its era.

Auchencloigh Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5393. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Auchencloigh Castle?

Auchencloigh Castle is a ruined fortified structure located in Ayrshire, Scotland, and is recorded within the Historic Environment Scotland database under designation SM5393. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5393.

Who is responsible for protecting Auchencloigh Castle?

Auchencloigh 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 SM5393.

What other scheduled monuments are near Auchencloigh Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Auchinleck Old House (6.5 km), Trabboch Castle (6.5 km), Auchinleck Castle (6.6 km).

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