Inveraray Castle - Wee Guides to Scotland castles and mansions

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Inverary Castle

Goblinshead

130 Inveresk Rd
Musselburgh
EH21 7AY
SCOTLAND

Inveraray Castle, a large classical mansion with corner towers and turrets, was begun in 1744. It was remodelled by William and John Adam; then again in 1877 after a fire. The castle, which is the seat of the Dukes of Argyll, houses many interesting rooms, with collections of tapestries and paintings, and superb displays of weapons. Other items of interest include Rob Roy MacGregor's sporran and dirk handle. Clan Room features information of special interest to members of Clan Campbell. Nearby, but now demolished, was the 15th-century castle of the Campbells. James V visited in 1533, as did Mary, Queen of Scots, in 1562. This castle was burnt in 1644 by the Marquis of Montrose, and was demolished as part of the 3rd Duke of Argyll's rebuilding of the present castle and town of Inveraray.

Directions:	Off A83, N of Inveraray, Argyll..
Ownership:	Pri/LA	01499 302203	Ord. Survey Map Ref:	NN 096093 56
Open:	Open 1st Saturday April to 2nd Sunday October Saturday-Thursday; July and August daily
Key:	P S R WC £	Click Here for explanation of Key and other abreviations

Fax:+44 (0) 131 653 6566 Tel: +44 (0) 131 665 2894
email:goblinshead@sol.co.uk