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Tarbert Castle is a medieval fortress occupying a strategic peninsula on East Loch Tarbert in Argyllshire, Scotland. The castle was established in the early thirteenth century, with its origins traditionally associated with Scottish control of the Kintyre region during the reign of Alexander II. The site comprises substantial stone remains including a fortified gatehouse and defensive walls that reflect its role as a key stronghold in the complex political geography of the medieval west coast. Its commanding position across the narrow isthmus of Kintyre made it an important maritime and territorial holding, influencing control over communication routes between the Hebrides and mainland Scotland.
Tarbert Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM276. View the official record →
Tarbert Castle is a medieval fortress occupying a strategic peninsula on East Loch Tarbert in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM276.
Tarbert 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 SM276.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tarbert,medieval burgh & environs (0 km), Meall Darroch, settlement, 90m SSW of Windy View (1.2 km), Escart, standing stones (2.9 km).
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