Scheduled MonumentsScotlandIsland Muller Castle

Island Muller Castle

Scotland
HES SM3222
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Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Island Muller Castle is a medieval fortified structure located in Argyllshire, Scotland. The castle occupies an island position within the local landscape, a strategic placement typical of medieval defensive architecture in the Hebridean and west Highland regions. The monument dates from the medieval period and represents the castle-building traditions of Scottish landholding families during this era. Its physical remains and island setting reflect the importance of controlling access and establishing authority across the coastal and maritime territories of Argyllshire during the medieval centuries.

Island Muller Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3222. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Island Muller Castle?

Island Muller Castle is a medieval fortified structure located in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3222.

Who is responsible for protecting Island Muller Castle?

Island Muller 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 SM3222.

What other scheduled monuments are near Island Muller Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Baraskomill,dun 275m NNE of (1.8 km), Baraskomill, fort and shielings 600m NW of (2.1 km), Bellfield, fort and dun 250m NE of (2.9 km).

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