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  1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Portencross_CastlePortencross Castle - Wikipedia

    Portencross Castle, also known historically as Portincross Castle, is situated in Portencross, on the west coast of Scotland, about 3 km from West Kilbride. The site has been fortified since the 11th Century. The present tower castle is thought to date from the mid-14th Century and later. It remained in use until it was unroofed by a great ...

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  3. portencrosscastle.org.uk › historyHistory – Portencross Castle

    The importance of Portencross castle increased when Robert Stewart became king. The 15 Acts or Charters of Robert II dated at Arnele between 1371 and 1390, were probably signed at Portencross Castle. The prominent place of Portencross and Arnele estate is shown by how frequently these royal charters were signed there during the reign of Robert II.

  4. www.heraldscotland.com › news › 12263236Portencross: piece of real history | The Herald - Herald Scotland

    May 26, 1998 · PORTENCROSS is alive; only the castle is a ruin. Nola Crewe of Toronto (May 22) has a nice romantic view of Portencross Castle as a restored home -…

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  6. portencrosscastle.org.ukPortencross Castle – Historic Scottish Castle | Ayrshire ...

    Portencross Castle. Overlooking the Firth of Clyde near West Kilbride in Ayrshire, Portencross Castle is a scheduled ancient monument, a recognition of its national importance. If you are interested in our history, upcoming events, or would like to make a booking for an event of your own we would love to hear from you. Contact Us.

  7. naheritage.co.uk › portencross-castlePortencross Castle - North Ayrshire Heritage

    Portencross castle is an ancient scheduled monument and is now a marvellous legacy for visitors and future generations to enjoy. Portencross consists of a tiny collection of cottages, a harbour, a pier and a castle. It was from here, legend tells us, that the bodies of the ancient kings of Scotland were brought to be taken by boat to the island ...

  8. canmore.org.uk › site › 40598Portencross Castle - Canmore

    OS 6" map (1969). See also NS14NE 3. Portincross Castle appears to have been built in the 14th century, with later modifications. It has been ruinous since it was unroofed in 1739, but its massive walls are still entire. It consists of an oblong keep, three storeys and a garret high, with a wing, one storey higher, placed at one end.

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  10. www.tripadvisor.in › Attraction_Review-g551770-dPORTENCROSS CASTLE (2024) All You Need to Know ... - Tripadvisor

    Mar 1, 2024 · Portencross Castle is a small castle on the coast very close to West Kilbride. Entry is free and the views are simply breathtaking from there. The Friends of Portencross Castle have done a marvellous job of repairing and restoring the structure.I would definitely recommend a visit here and suggest you leave a donation to support them in continuing their good work.

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