Ardstinchar Castle
Little survive to view of this 1450 Kennedy castle, only part of the keep some foundations. The castle was demolished in 1770 and the stone used to build a bridge.
The castle was a Kennedy fortress that succumbed to the conflict over Crossmaguel Abbey in 1601. There is a good walk that passes the castle - see AA website below
Opening Times
Walk up and view
Websites to Visit
Related Clans
KennedyTravel Directions to Ardstinchar Castle
Travel Directions
just of the junction of A77 and B7044
Nearby Castles
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Bardrochat
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the Ayrshire village of Colmonell, not far from Ballantrae. The house
commands impressive views of rolling hills, wooded copses and the sudden
inclines of ancient settlements, giving way to the open sea around the stubborn symmetry of Ailsa Craig. -
Craigneil Castle
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Pinwherry Castle
16th century castle ruins in the grounds of Pinwherry House near the road. Dates from C16 and was a Kennedy family house.
Ardstinchar Castle Cottages and Holiday SelfCatering
Cottages Nearby
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Kyle Cottage, Ballantrae - sleeps 6
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Whim Cottage, Ballantrae - Sleeps 8
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Harbour Cottage, Ballantrae, sleeps 4
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