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Portencross Castle

Portencross Castle

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Portencross Castle

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Location: West Kilbride, West Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Dan Hobson

July 16, 2020

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Portencross Castle is a fine fortification overlooking the Firth of Clyde. According to folklore, the castle was the last resting place of the great kings of Scotland, who were transported via the castle on their way to Iona, for burial. The castle dates to the 14th century. For more information, visit: portencrosscastle.org.uk.

Falk

January 16, 2022

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Portencross Castle, also known historically as Portincross Castle, is situated in Portencross, on the west coast of Scotland, about 3 km from West Kilbride. The site has been fortified since …

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