Archaeological sites · Scottish Lowlands
Auld Hill, dun site
In or near West Kilbride.
Auld Hill, dun site — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Raibeart MacAoidh — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- West Kilbride · 3.1 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Auld Hill, dun site is a archaeological located in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Portencross Castle is a scheduled ancient monument located near West Kilbride in Ayrshire, offering visitors a glimpse into its historical significance. The castle is open for tours during specific times throughout the year, allowing guests to explore its rich history and scenic surroundings.
Place summary
Auld Hill is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Highlands. It features the remains of a dun, a type of fortified settlement, indicative of early Scottish habitation. The site provides insight into the region's historical landscape and settlement patterns.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.7010, -4.9000
- District
- North Ayrshire
- Postcode
- KA23 9QA
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Ayrshire and Arran
- Phone
- +44 (0) 1294 823799
- Nearest railway station
- West Kilbride — 3.1 km
- Opening
- Daily 11am–4pm; closed for events as noted on the calendar.
- Official site
- portencrosscastle.org.uk
Sources
- osm: way/1395045161 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Auld Hill, dun site?
- Auld Hill, dun site is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode KA23 9QA).
- What is Auld Hill, dun site?
- Auld Hill, dun site — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Auld Hill, dun site?
- The nearest railway station is West Kilbride, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode KA23 9QA.
- Is Auld Hill, dun site free to visit?
- Yes, Auld Hill, dun site is free to enter.
- How do I get to Auld Hill, dun site?
- The nearest railway station is West Kilbride, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KA23 9QA.