Castles · Scottish Highlands
Black Castle, dun site
In or near Killiecrankie.
Black Castle, dun site — a castle in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Russel Wills — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Blair Atholl · 4.6 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Black Castle, dun site is a castle 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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Place summary
Black Castle is a historic castle located in the Scottish Highlands. It is recognised as a significant site of archaeological interest, reflecting the region's medieval heritage. The castle remains a testament to the area's turbulent history.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 56.7255, -3.8319
- District
- Perth and Kinross
- Postcode
- PH16 5RH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Angus and Perthshire Glens
- Nearest railway station
- Blair Atholl — 4.6 km
Sources
- osm: node/12905412761 (ODbL)
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Mains of Fincastle
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Where to eat & stay near Black Castle, dun site
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Black Castle, dun site?
- Black Castle, dun site is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PH16 5RH).
- What is Black Castle, dun site?
- Black Castle, dun site — a castle in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Black Castle, dun site?
- The nearest railway station is Blair Atholl, about 4.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode PH16 5RH.
- Does Black Castle, dun site charge admission?
- Black Castle, dun site typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Black Castle, dun site?
- The nearest railway station is Blair Atholl, about 4.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PH16 5RH.