Castle Sween

  • Loch Sween, Knapdale, Argyll

 

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Castle Sween

On the east shore of Loch Sween, in Knapdale off the B8025.

Grid reference - NR 712 788.

Strong footwear is recommended.

There is no parking for visitors to the castle within the caravan park. There is a 20-30 minute walk downhill from the parking area. 

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Opening times

Open year-round

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Facilities

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Eilean Mor
Several large sculptured stones portraying people in various poses are propped up against a roofed wall.

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A path leading into the stone fort, which consists of ruined stone walls amongst rocks and grassy surfaces.

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