Castles · Scottish Lowlands
Kilhenzie Castle
Kilhenzie Castle — category B listed building-listed castle in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
Mary and Angus Hogg — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Kilhenzie Castle is a category B listed building-listed castle in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB14305). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.
Heritage listing
Category B Date Added 14/04/1971 Local Authority South Ayrshire Planning Authority South Ayrshire Parish Maybole NGR NS 30845 08238 Coordinates 230845, 608238 — A simple 16th century keep, which after standing some time in ruins, was restored and enlarged in Victorian era - Baronial style additions.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Place summary
Kilhenzie Castle is a category B listed building located in the Scottish Lowlands. This castle is notable for its historical significance and architectural features, contributing to the region's heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 55.3390, -4.6687
- District
- South Ayrshire
- Postcode
- KA19 7SB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock
Sources
- wikidata: Q17843064 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Kilhenzie Castle?
- Kilhenzie Castle is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode KA19 7SB).
- Is Kilhenzie Castle a listed building?
- Kilhenzie Castle is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- Does Kilhenzie Castle charge admission?
- Kilhenzie Castle typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Kilhenzie Castle?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KA19 7SB. It sits within the Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock parliamentary constituency.