Scheduled MonumentsScotlandCastle Shuna

Castle Shuna

Scotland
HES SM6279
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Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Castle Shuna is a medieval castle situated on the island of Shuna in Argyllshire, Scotland. The castle dates to the medieval period and represents a fortified settlement within the strategic landscape of the Scottish Hebrides. The site consists of defensive structures typical of medieval island fortifications, reflecting the importance of coastal control and island occupation during this era. Castle Shuna forms part of the wider pattern of medieval castle-building in Argyll, a region of significant historical importance in medieval Scotland.

Castle Shuna is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM6279. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Castle Shuna?

Castle Shuna is a medieval castle situated on the island of Shuna in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM6279.

Who is responsible for protecting Castle Shuna?

Castle Shuna 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 SM6279.

What other scheduled monuments are near Castle Shuna?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Eriska,crannog on S shore of (6 km), Balure,three cairns 750m SW of (7.1 km), Tirefour Castle,broch (7.2 km).

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