Castles · Central Scotland
Caisteal na Nighinn Ruaidhe
Caisteal na Nighinn Ruaidhe — scheduled monument-listed castle in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Caisteal na Nighinn Ruaidhe is a scheduled monument-listed castle in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry SM4028). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.
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Heritage listing
Caisteal na Nighinn Ruaidhe is a secular castle located in Argyll and Bute, designated as a scheduled monument under the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Areas Act 1979. Its historical significance lies in its representation of the architectural styles and defensive structures of its time, contributing to the understanding of Scotland's medieval heritage.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Caisteal na Nighinn Ruaidhe is a castle located in the Scottish Highlands. It is designated as a scheduled monument, indicating its historical significance. The site reflects the architectural and cultural heritage of the region.
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- Coordinates
- 56.2704, -5.3666
- District
- Argyll and Bute
- Postcode
- PA35 1HJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
Sources
- wikidata: Q56661909 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Caisteal na Nighinn Ruaidhe?
- Caisteal na Nighinn Ruaidhe is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA35 1HJ).
- What is Caisteal na Nighinn Ruaidhe?
- Caisteal na Nighinn Ruaidhe — scheduled monument-listed castle in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Caisteal na Nighinn Ruaidhe?
- Drivers can use postcode PA35 1HJ.
- Is Caisteal na Nighinn Ruaidhe a listed building?
- Caisteal na Nighinn Ruaidhe is officially recognised as scheduled monument listed.
- Does Caisteal na Nighinn Ruaidhe charge admission?
- Caisteal na Nighinn Ruaidhe typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Caisteal na Nighinn Ruaidhe?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode PA35 1HJ. It sits within the Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber parliamentary constituency.