Scheduled MonumentsScotlandCamregan Castle

Camregan Castle

Scotland
HES SM5403
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Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Camregan Castle is a ruined fortification located in Ayrshire, Scotland, designated as a scheduled monument under Historic Environment Scotland. The site represents a medieval defensive structure, though detailed scholarly documentation regarding its specific construction date, architectural phases, and historical ownership remains limited in widely available historical records. The castle's remains reflect the pattern of fortified settlements characteristic of the medieval period in southwest Scotland, a region marked by strategic importance and defensive needs during its feudal development.

Camregan Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5403. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Camregan Castle?

Camregan Castle is a ruined fortification located in Ayrshire, Scotland, designated as a scheduled monument under Historic Environment Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5403.

Who is responsible for protecting Camregan Castle?

Camregan 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 SM5403.

What other scheduled monuments are near Camregan Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Old Dailly Church (1.2 km), Houdston Hill,enclosure 300m SSW of Drumrannie Bridge (1.8 km), Roman Temporary Camp and prehistoric enclosure, 200m SW and 190m ENE of Girvan Mains farm (2.3 km).

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