What is recorded here

Balloch Castle, Loch Lomond Park stands as a medieval castle, earthworks and moat in West Dunbartonshire, Scotland. The National Record of the Historic Environment lists the exact names, but it does not grant entry or explain whether the site remains open. The water may still surround the earthworks, forcing a visitor to circle before understanding the shape of the castle.

Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Balloch Castle, Loch Lomond Park as Castle (medieval), Earthwork(s) (medieval), Moat (medieval). The official map says its point is accurate as follows: NGR given to the nearest 1m. The record does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.

Balloch Castle was built in the late 13th or early 14th century by the MacFarlane family, who held the lands of Balloch in the feudal barony of Dumbarton. It is remembered as a strategic stronghold controlling access to the upper reaches of Loch Lomond and as an example of medieval Scottish castle architecture.

The historic-place record does not grant public access. Check current conditions and ownership before entering land or a building.