Scheduled MonumentsScotlandLoch Dochart, castle
Medieval · Castle

Loch Dochart, castle

Scotland
HES SM7083
Period
Medieval
Site type
Castle
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Loch Dochart Castle is a medieval fortification situated on an island within Loch Dochart in Perthshire, Scotland. The castle dates from the medieval period and represents a significant example of island defensive architecture in the Scottish Highlands. Built to command strategic control of the loch and surrounding territory, the structure exhibits characteristics typical of medieval Scottish castles adapted to island settings. The ruins demonstrate the historical importance of the site as a stronghold for local power and territorial authority during the medieval era.

Loch Dochart, castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7083. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Loch Dochart, castle?

Loch Dochart Castle is a medieval fortification situated on an island within Loch Dochart in Perthshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7083.

What period does Loch Dochart, castle date from?

Loch Dochart, castle dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a castle. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Loch Dochart, castle?

Loch Dochart, 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 SM7083.

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