Kilchurn Castle is a ruined structure on a rocky peninsula at the northeastern end of Loch Awe, in Argyll and Bute, Scotland. It was first constructed in the mid-15th century as the base of the Campbells of Glenorchy, who extended both the castle and their territory in the area over the next 150 years. After the Campbells became Earls of Breadalbane and moved to Taymouth Castle, Kilchurn fell out of use and was in ruins by 1770. It is now in the care of Historic Environment Scotland and is open to the public in summer.
Kilchurn Castle
Kilchurn Castle by David Farquharson, 1901
Kilchurn Castle, viewed from Loch Awe Hotel to the west
Engraving of Kilchurn Castle by William Miller, 1846
Loch Awe is a large body of freshwater in Argyll and Bute, Scottish Highlands. It has also given its name to a village on its banks, variously known as Loch Awe or Lochawe. There are islands within the loch such as Innis Chonnell and Inishail.
Loch Awe, Argyll & Bute
"Hotel and Ben Lui, Loch Awe, Scotland", ca. 1890 - 1900.
Loch Awe showing some of the islands in the loch, including Innis Chonan