What is recorded here
Lochinch Heritage Estate, Castle Kennedy, Gate Piers, Gates and Boundary Walls stands in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. The gate and boundary walls have watched the estate since the 18th Century. They still mark the edge between the living landscape and the road, inviting curiosity while keeping their own private rhythm.
Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Lochinch Heritage Estate, Castle Kennedy, Gate Piers, Gates and Boundary Walls as Gate (18th Century), Gate Pier (18th Century), Wall (18th Century). 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.
The castle and estate were held by the Kennedy family from the 13th century, with significant 18th-century enhancements. It is remembered as a historic seat of a prominent Scottish noble family and for its well-preserved architectural features.
The historic-place record does not grant public access. Check current conditions and ownership before entering land or a building.
Places near here
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Black Loch, Castle KennedyCrannog (prehistoric), Bracelet (glass)(iron Age), Comb (bone)(iron Age) · 470 yd
Heron IslandArchaeological place · 473 yd
Crindil Bank WoodWood · 1607 yd
Kennel Bank WoodWood · 1.2 mi
David: Sandmill, Loch Ryan, Firth of ClydeBrig (19th Century) · 2.1 mi
Industry: Stranraer, Loch Ryan, Firth of ClydeSchooner (19th Century) · 2.6 mi
Dunragit HouseCastle (medieval)(possible), Country House (18th Century) · 2.8 mi
Stranraer, Dalrymple Street, Reformed Presbyterian Church, GraveyardCemetery (post Medieval) · 3.1 mi
Blin' Johnny's Awa'Memorial · 3.4 mi