Scheduled MonumentsScotlandCastle Calvay,castle,Calvay,Loch Boisdale
Medieval · Castle,calvay,loch boisdale

Castle Calvay,castle,Calvay,Loch Boisdale

Scotland
HES SM5853
Period
Medieval
Site type
Castle,calvay,loch boisdale
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Castle Calvay is a medieval castle situated on an island in Loch Boisdale in South Uist, Hebrides. The castle dates to the medieval period and comprises the remains of a fortified stronghold strategically positioned within the loch. The structure reflects the defensive architecture typical of island castles in the Scottish Hebrides, serving as a seat of power for local clan interests. The castle remains an important archaeological monument representing the medieval settlement patterns and maritime lordship characteristic of the Western Isles during the medieval period.

Castle Calvay,castle,Calvay,Loch Boisdale is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5853. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Castle Calvay,castle,Calvay,Loch Boisdale?

Castle Calvay is a medieval castle situated on an island in Loch Boisdale in South Uist, Hebrides. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5853.

What period does Castle Calvay,castle,Calvay,Loch Boisdale date from?

Castle Calvay,castle,Calvay,Loch Boisdale dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a castle,calvay,loch boisdale. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Castle Calvay,castle,Calvay,Loch Boisdale?

Castle Calvay,castle,Calvay,Loch Boisdale 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 SM5853.

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