Ardrossan Castle, Medieval fortress in North Ayrshire, Scotland.
The castle stands on a coastal promontory, featuring a fifteenth-century tower, vaulted kitchen chambers, and defensive walls overlooking the Firth of Clyde.
Originally built around 1140 by Simon de Morville, the castle underwent partial destruction during the Scottish Wars of Independence and later reconstruction by the Montgomery clan.
The castle vaults, known as Wallace's Larder, connect to Scottish history through William Wallace, marking a significant period in the nation's medieval past.
Visitors can reach the castle ruins through marked pathways from Ardrossan town center, with parking facilities available at the base of Castle Hill.
The castle holds tales of Sir Fergus Barclay, who allegedly made a deal with the devil for a magical bridle, leaving supposed hoof prints in the castle rock.
Location: North Ayrshire
GPS coordinates: 55.64190,-4.81010
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:35
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