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Carnbane Castle is a ruined fortification located in Glen Lyon, Perthshire, occupying a strategic position within one of Scotland's longest glens. The castle dates to the medieval period and consists of the remains of a stone structure that would have served defensive and administrative functions for the local lordship controlling the glen. The site reflects the pattern of castle-building in the Scottish Highlands during the medieval era, when fortified residences asserted territorial authority and provided refuge. The castle's location within Glen Lyon, an important communication route through the central Highlands, underscores its historical significance as a seat of power within the region.
Carnbane Castle, Glen Lyon is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM8996. View the official record →
Carnbane Castle is a ruined fortification located in Glen Lyon, Perthshire, occupying a strategic position within one of Scotland's longest glens. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM8996.
Carnbane Castle, Glen Lyon 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 SM8996.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Meall Odhar, peat stores, huts and trackways NE of (7.5 km), Lawers Mill,stone circle 320m NE of (7.7 km), Meall Odhar, shielings 900m W of (8.3 km).
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