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

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   Portencross Castle is a scheduled ancient monument overlooking the Firth of Clyde near West Kilbride in Ayrshire. Learn about its history, events, facilities, memorials, and how to support the Friends of Portencross Castle.

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   • Welcome to Portencross Castle

     Portencross Castle is situated overlooking the Firth of...

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     The History of Portencross Castle. This timeline is a...

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   • Portencross Castle Art Show 2024

     This year, the Art Show will take place on Saturday 29th and...

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

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   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.

4. www.portencrosscastle.org.ukWelcome to Portencross Castle

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   Portencross Castle is situated overlooking the Firth of Clyde near West Kilbride in Ayrshire. It is a scheduled ancient monument, a recognition of its national importance. Click on our Calendar to see events.

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

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   Learn about the history of Portencross Castle from the Bronze Age to the present day, and how it was restored by Friends of Portencross Castle. Discover the legends, stories, and events that shaped the castle and the local community.

7. www.tripadvisor.co.uk › Attraction_Review-g551770PORTENCROSS CASTLE (2024) All You Need to Know ... - Tripadvisor

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   Mar 1, 2024 · Portencross is a small castle, but in excellent condition thanks to the restoration and if accompanied by a walk of the surrounding area is a lovely half-day activity. Entry is free but we thought it was such a great cause that we donated £10.

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   • Location: Portencross, West Kilbride

   • Portencross Castle is open:Sun - Sat 11:00 - 16:00
   • Hotels near Portencross Castle: (1.86 mi) Seamill House Hotel (4.09 mi) Jack's Alt-Stays (3.72 mi) Millport Pier Hotel (7.41 mi) Northend Guest Hou...
   • Restaurants near Portencross Castle: (1.91 mi) The Orangery (3.82 mi) The Dancing Midge Cafe (6.58 mi) Motherland Spice (6.75 mi) The Three Reasons...

8. www.thecastlesofscotland.co.uk › the-best-castlesPortencross Castle | Ardneil | The Castles of Scotland ...

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   Portencross Castle is a 14th- or 15th-century tower on the shore of Firth of Clyde, near West Kilbride in Ayrshire. It was built by the Boyds, visited by Robert II and Robert III, and is said to be haunted by a Spanish ghost.

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   Where is 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.

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   Is Portencross Castle haunted?

   • The castle is said by some to be haunted. A ship from the Spanish Armada sank near the castle in 1588. Portencross Castle (also once known as Ardneil) is an impressive and scenic old tower standing by the sea, long a property of the Boyds and near West Kilbride in Aryshire in southwest Scotland.

   Portencross Castle | Ardneil | The Castles of Scotland, Coventry

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   When was Portencross Castle built?

   • Replacing a small castle on Auld Hill, Portencross castle was rebuilt in the mid- to late-14th century on a rock promontory at the bottom of Auld Hill, overlooking the Firth of Clyde by Boyd's grandson, also named Robert Boyd. It served as the caput of the Barony of Ardneil.

   Portencross Castle - Wikipedia

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   Is Portencross Castle a good place to visit?

   • The castle is operated by a charitable local group - the volunteers were incredibly welcoming, informative and helpful. Portencross is a small castle, but in excellent condition thanks to the restoration and if accompanied by a walk of the surrounding area is a lovely half-day activity.

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

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    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.