
What is recorded here
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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Places near here
Arran, Gleann DubhShieling Mound(s) (post Medieval)(possible) · 272 yd
SitheinMountain / peak · 1422 yd
Arran, SitheinShieling Hut(s) (post Medieval) · 1.0 mi
Cnoc DubhMountain / peak · 1.1 mi
Arran, Glen Cloy, GeneralGeneral View (period Unknown) · 1.2 mi
Arran, Lag A' BheithEnclosure (modern) · 1.5 mi
Stronach WoodForest · 1.7 mi
Monument to the Duke of HamiltonMemorial · 2.0 mi
Arran Heritage MuseumMuseum · 2.0 mi
Earl Grey: Brodick Bay, Arran, Firth of ClydeSteamship (19th Century) · 2.2 mi
Cumbrae: Brodick Bay, Arran, Firth of ClydeSmack (20th Century)-(1931) · 2.2 miOther information
Photo: Brian Robertson · CC BY-SA 2.0