Kinbane Castle, Castle in County Antrim, Northern Ireland.
Kinbane Castle stands as ruins on a narrow limestone promontory extending into the Irish Sea, commanding views across Rathlin Island and the surrounding coastline of Northern Ireland.
Built in 1547 by Colla MacDonnell as a two-storey defensive stronghold, the castle served as both military fortress and noble residence until it fell into disrepair over subsequent centuries.
The castle represents the architectural heritage of Gaelic Ireland and forms part of the protected State Care Historic Monument designation, preserving its significance in regional cultural memory.
Access requires walking along a narrow coastal path with steep steps from parking areas near Ballycastle, approximately five kilometers away, with visitors advised to wear sturdy footwear.
The castle's name derives from the Irish term meaning 'white head,' referencing the distinctive limestone cliffs where Colla MacDonnell died within its walls in 1558.
Location: County Antrim
Inception: 1547
GPS coordinates: 55.22920,-6.29139
Latest update: July 25, 2025 23:09
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