Dunyvaig Castle, Medieval fortress in Lagavulin, Scotland
The stone ruins of Dunyvaig Castle stand on a rocky promontory that extends into Lagavulin Bay, three miles east of Port Ellen.
The MacDonald Lords of the Isles constructed the castle in the 11th century to protect their fleet of ships anchored in Lagavulin Bay.
The remaining sections include a 13th-century tower, a courtyard from the same period, and the walls of a 15th-century keep at different levels.
The castle grounds, although fenced for safety reasons, offer clear views from the shoreline and connect to coastal walking paths.
Multiple clans fought for control of Dunyvaig Castle, leading to numerous sieges and exchanges between the MacDonalds, MacIans, and Campbells over centuries.
Location: Argyll and Bute
Location: Kildalton
GPS coordinates: 55.63360,-6.12306
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:35
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