Local & Community History Month - Argyll Castles

May marks Local & Community History Month and we have selected a list of must-visit castles in Argyll...

Scotland is full of history and Argyll is particularly known for historical landmarks: From tales of clans, battle and castles, it remains a hot spot for tourists and Scottish historians alike. Here are a few of our must-visit castles in Argyll...

Barcaldine Castle
Barcaldine Castle was built in the beginning of the 17th Century by Sir Duncan Campbell and it's known as the Black Castle of Benderloch. It was abandoned in 1735 before being restored by the Campbell family in 1896, with generations still living there today.

Duart Castle
Duart Castle, situated on the Isle of Mull, was built in the 13th century and is known as the seat of the Clan MacLean. It was attacked in 1647 by the Argyll troops of Campbell and attacked again in 1653 when Oliver Cromwell sent 6 ships to capture the Chief Clansman of MacLean. In 1911 it was bought over by Sit Fitzroy Donald MacLean and has since been restored. It is famously known for being a location in the Hollywood movie Entrapment starring Sean Connery and Catherine Zita Jones.

Glengorm Castle
Situated just north of Tobermorey, Glengorm Castle is infamously known for housing James Forsyth, the laird responsible for overseeing the Dervaig Clearances, which forced hundreds of people out of their homes. Today it is owned by artist Janet Nelson and houses an art gallery, café and farm shop for visitors.

What are your must-visit local landmarks in Scotland?