Eilean Donan Castle
A Historic Site in West Highlands
Eilean Donan Castle
- West Highlands
- Historic
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As one of the most iconic images of Scotland, Eilean Donan is recognised all around the world. Situated on an island at the point where three great sea lochs meet, and surrounded by some majestic scenery, it is little wonder that the castle is now one of the most visited and important attractions in the Scottish highlands. Although first inhabited around the 6th century, the first fortified castle was built in the mid 13th century and stood guard over the lands of Kintail. Since then, at least four different versions of the castle have been built and re-built as the feudal history of Scotland unfolded through the centuries. Partially destroyed in a Jacobite uprising in 1719, Eilean Donan lay in ruins for the best part of 200 years until Lieutenant Colonel John MacRae-Gilstrap bought the island in 1911 and proceeded to restore the castle to its former glory. After 20 years of toil and labour the castle was re-opened in 1932. Open Every day 17 March - 15 Nov 10am - 6.00pm (Last Admission 5.00pm) (9.00am opening during July & August). The Visitor Centre (Reception, Coffee shop & Toilets) 10am - 5pm, Every day 17 March - 15 Nov. Gift shop: Open all ye. Castle Admission Prices: Adults �4.95<, Concessions (Students, OAPs, UB40) �3.95, Family (2 Adults + 3 Children) �10.50, Under 5s FREE, Group Rate (min 12 persons) �3.80
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West Highlands
The West Highlands is defined on PrivateHouseStays as the area from the Summer Isles north of Ullapool to Morvern in North Argyll. The coastline meanders round beautiful sandy beaches and wild low population inlets with idyllic little villages and winding roads taking in Gairloch, Torridon, Plockton & Kyle of Lochalsh, Knoydart, Mallaig, Ardnamurchan and Morvern. It is much recommended that this area is toured by car but it must be done by taking your time, stopping to admire the scenery, allowing a few hours to climb up the hills to get the best viewpoints or allowing yourself (or your children) time to run wild amongst the sheep or on the beaches