Castles · Scottish Lowlands
Skeldon Castle
In or near Coylton.
Skeldon Castle — category B listed building-listed castle in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
Elliott Simpson — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Ayr · 8.4 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Skeldon Castle, the nearest railway station is Ayr, which is 8.4 km away. The postcode for navigation is KA6 6AT. Entry is free, but accessibility is limited for wheelchair users.
About
Skeldon Castle is a category B listed building-listed castle in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB1103). 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
Category B Date Added 14/04/1971 Local Authority East Ayrshire Planning Authority East Ayrshire Parish Dalrymple NGR NS 37820 13853 Coordinates 237820, 613853 — Remains of Keep incorporated in modern estate dwelling - Large random stonework, harled in places; 2 storeys; rear gable is roughly crowstepped; modern fenestration and classical porch - At side is a blocked round headed doorway - Building is roughly square on plan.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Place summary
Skeldon Castle is a category B listed building located in the Scottish Lowlands. It is notable for its historical significance and architectural features typical of the region's castles.
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- Coordinates
- 55.3917, -4.5621
- District
- East Ayrshire
- Postcode
- KA6 6AT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock
- Nearest railway station
- Ayr — 8.4 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17814898 (CC0)
Other places nearby
Dalrymple
Villages · 2.0 km
Dalrymple Bridge
Historic bridges · 2.0 km
Parish Church and Churchyard, Church Street, Dalrymple
Historic churches · 2.1 km
Lindston Loch
Natural landmarks · 2.4 km
Loch Croot
Lakes · 2.8 km
Barnshean Loch
Lakes · 2.8 km
Lindston Henge
Archaeological sites · 3.0 km
Lindston House Henge
Archaeological sites · 3.3 km
Martnaham Loch
Lakes · 3.3 km
Shankston Loch
Lakes · 3.3 km
Dowan's Hill
Vineyards · 3.3 km
Guiltree Hill
Mountains & hills · 3.4 km
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Parish Church and Churchyard, Church Street, Dalrymple
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📷 3Natural landmarks · Scottish Lowlands
Lindston Loch
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📷 5📷 5Where to eat & stay near Skeldon Castle
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📷 5Places to eat & drink
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Doon Tavern, High Street, Dalmellington
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📷 7Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
Commercial Inn, 1-3 Mill Street, Ochiltree
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📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
The Sun Inn, 23 The Square, Cumnock
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📷 4Frequently asked questions
- Where is Skeldon Castle?
- Skeldon Castle is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode KA6 6AT).
- What is Skeldon Castle?
- Skeldon Castle — category B listed building-listed castle in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Skeldon Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Ayr, about 8.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode KA6 6AT.
- Is Skeldon Castle a listed building?
- Skeldon Castle is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- Does Skeldon Castle charge admission?
- Skeldon Castle typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Skeldon Castle?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KA6 6AT. It sits within the Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock parliamentary constituency.