Dunrobin Castle: Ardmore Islands, Islay, Atlantic

Schooner (19th Century)

Why this matters

Dunrobin Castle on the Ardmore Islands, Islay, was built in the 19th century as a summer residence by the Mackenzie family, who were prominent Scottish clan leaders and landowners. It is remembered for its strategic location and as an example of Scottish island architecture and aristocratic retreats during the Victorian era.

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Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Dunrobin Castle: Ardmore Islands, Islay, Atlantic as Schooner (19th Century). The official map says its point is accurate as follows: NGR given to the nearest 1km. The record does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.

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