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Arran, Gleann Dubh, Bruce's Castle

Cairn (modern), Fort (prehistoric)(possible), Natural Feature (period Unassigned)
Arran, Gleann Dubh, Bruce's Castle
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Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Arran, Gleann Dubh, Bruce's Castle as Cairn (modern), Fort (prehistoric)(possible), Natural Feature (period Unassigned). The official map says its point is accurate as follows: NGR given to the nearest 10m. The record does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.
Bruce's Castle in Gleann Dubh, Arran, was likely held by the Bruce family in the 13th or 14th century, possibly Robert the Bruce or his relatives, during the Wars of Scottish Independence. It is remembered for its association with the royal house of Bruce and its strategic location on the island of Arran.

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Photo: Brian Robertson · CC BY-SA 2.0