What is recorded here

Macewan's Castle stands in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, layering a prehistoric dun beneath medieval and post-medieval buildings. A 12th-century crucifix and 15th-century coin emerged there, linking faith and trade across centuries. The castle may have served as a stronghold, a home or a marker of local power, though its full history remains uncertain.

Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Kilfinan, Macewan's Castle as Building (post Medieval), Building (medieval), Dun (prehistoric), Coin (15th Century), Crucifix (12th Century). 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.

Macewan's Castle at Kilfinan was built by the Macewan family in the 16th century and is remembered as a historic family seat associated with Clan MacEwen of Cowal. It is important as a surviving example of a small coastal castle in Argyll and for its connection to local Scottish clan history.

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