Scheduled MonumentsScotlandCaol Chaorann,tower
Tower

Caol Chaorann,tower

Scotland
HES SM5384
Site type
Tower
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Caol Chaorann is a tower situated in Argyllshire, Scotland, recorded in the Historic Environment Scotland database under reference SM5384. The monument represents a defensive or residential structure typical of medieval Scotland, though precise dating and original architectural details remain matters requiring further scholarly investigation. Its location in Argyllshire, a region significant for medieval castle-building and clan fortifications, suggests it formed part of the broader landscape of Scottish tower development. The tower's current condition and surviving structural elements warrant examination by specialists in Scottish medieval military architecture to establish its construction period and historical role more definitively.

Caol Chaorann,tower is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5384. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Caol Chaorann,tower?

Caol Chaorann is a tower situated in Argyllshire, Scotland, recorded in the Historic Environment Scotland database under reference SM5384. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5384.

Who is responsible for protecting Caol Chaorann,tower?

Caol Chaorann,tower 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 SM5384.

What other scheduled monuments are near Caol Chaorann,tower?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Bride's Chapel (8.3 km), Dunchragaig,cairn 280m NW of (8.9 km), An Car,standing stone,Lechuary (9 km).

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