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Carrick Castle is a medieval castle situated on the Cowal peninsula in Argyllshire, Scotland. The castle dates from the 13th century and was built as a stronghold of the MacDougall lords of Lorn, commanding an important position on Loch Goil. The structure comprises a rectangular keep of characteristic Scottish castle design, constructed to defend against both local rivals and external threats during the medieval period. The site reflects the strategic importance of maritime control in the western Highlands during the later medieval centuries.
Carrick Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM2495. View the official record →
Carrick Castle is a medieval castle situated on the Cowal peninsula in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM2495.
Carrick 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 SM2495.
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