Inverlochy Castle
Ruined castle to the NOrth of Fort William, once owned by the Comyns
In the care of Historic Scotland and largely ruined. The courtyard castle has four corner towers of which the largest is called Comyn's Tower.
Inverlochy Castle, of c. 1270-1280 date, is a simple square courtyard contained by four high curtain walls. A massive round tower projects boldly from each corner, one, the donjon (Comyn's Tower) (D MacGibbon and T Ross 1887), being larger than the others.
The enclosure so formed has two entrances, plain pointed arch openings, without foreworks or gatehouse, through the centre of two opposite sides. The entance is but a doorway in which hung a heavy two-leaved door secured by a draw-bar and protected by a portcullis. The curtain is surrounded by a wide ditch and outer bank concentrically disposed about it. The ditch is silted but clearly definable round 3 sides. the fourth side confronting the River Lochy, was not ditched. The entrance through this side was the water-gate; before it there would no doubt be a channel from the river and a small harbour or dock. Water from the river was introduced to the ditch round the other 3 sides.
The curtain and towers stand to a height of about 30'. (S Cruden 1960) (Toy {S Toy 1966} describes and plans a barmkin here. Not only is this a 'folly' but his description and plan of it are in error).
There is no proper history for this castle but tradition has it that it was built by the Comyns, Lords of Lochaber and Badenoch from about 1080 to the accession of Bruce in 1306. In 1505 its ruined site was granted to George, second Earl of Huntly on condition he built 'a towerand strength and Barmekyn' to serve as a Royalist garrison.
Opening Times
Open throughout the year with parking beside the site. Often unmanned and quiet site.
Contact Phone Number
01667 460 232Websites to Visit
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Visitor Attractions
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Nevis Ski Range
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Cottages Nearby
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Glen Mhor, nr Fort William - Sleeps 2
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Nevis Let, nr Fort William - Sleeps 2
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Everwood Log Cabin, nr Fort William - Sleeps 2
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Chestnut Cottage, nr Fort William - Sleeps 2
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Pen-Bryn, Fort William - Sleeps 2
With views to Loch Linnhe and Ben Nevis, this well furnished holiday apartment is attached to the owner’s property and is approx 1 mile from Fort William town centre. Enjoy complimentary use of the B... -
Ramblers Rest, Fort William, sleeps 2-4
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Firbek Cottage, Fort William - sleeps 3
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Loch View Apartment, Fort William, sleeps 4
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Fyvie Cottage, Fort William, sleeps 4
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Alba Ben View, nr Fort William - Sleeps 4
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Glen Nevis View, nr Fort William - Sleeps 4+2
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Meldrum Apartment, nr Fort William, sleeps 4
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Riverbank Cottage, nr Fort William - Sleeps 4
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Otter Bank Cottage, nr Fort William - Sleeps 4
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Duart, nr Fort William - Sleeps 4
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Kinloch Apartment, Fort William - Sleeps 4
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Dairy Cottage nr Fort William - Sleeps 4
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Morar Cottage, nr Fort William - Sleeps 4
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Moidart Cottage, nr Fort William - Sleeps 4
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Lock Keepers Apartment, nr Fort William - Sleeps 4
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Nevis Apartment, nr Fort William - Sleeps 4
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Mill Cottage, nr Fort William - Sleeps 4-5
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Shepherds Rest, nr Fort William - Sleeps 6
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Telford Townhouse, nr Fort William - Sleeps 6
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Watercolour, nr Fort William - Sleeps 6
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Craiglinnhe Cottage, nr Fort William - sleeps 6
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Ardmhor Cottage, nr Fort William - Sleeps 6
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Gairlochy Bay Log Cabin, nr Fort William - Sleeps 6-8
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Lochyside Villa, nr Fort William - Sleeps 7
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Altdarroch Farm, nr Fort William - Sleeps 7
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Firdale, nr Fort William - Sleeps 7
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Lapwing Rise nr Fort William - Sleeps 7
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Tom Na Moine, nr Fort William - Sleeps 7-8
This well appointed house is well equipped, in a quiet and peaceful location yet easily accessible. It enjoys panoramic views up Glen Spean to the Monadhliath mountains. Enjoy the mountain views directly f... -
Fernbank Villa, nr Fort William - Sleeps 8
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Knoll Lodge, nr Fort William - Sleeps 8
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Pinewood, nr Fort William - Sleeps 8
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Loch Leven House, nr Fort William - Sleeps 8
In an elevated position with stunning views across Loch Linnhe and the surrounding mountains, this spacious detached house makes a super holiday base for touring the Highlands. Close to the Caledonion Cana... -
Maybank, nr Fort William - Sleeps 8
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Torosay, Fort William - Sleeps 9
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Ravenswood, nr Fort William - Sleeps 9
Occupying the upper two floors of Ravenswood House, this spacious holiday apartment has retained many of its original features. Situated close to the shores of Loch Linnhe and the Caledonian Canal it has v... -
Dontra Log Chalet, nr Fort William - Sleeps 4
This detached log chalet, one of two, is situated 4 miles from the centre of Fort William and is ideally placed to take advantage of this year round holiday area. Set in an idyllic rural setting from which there...
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Dontra Log Chalet, nr Fort William - Sleeps 4
Just 4 miles from Fort William, in an idyllic rural setting from which there are excellent views of Ben Nevis and Aonach Mor, this well equipped detached timber chalet makes an excellent base for all local...
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Glen Dessary Chalet near Fort William - sleeps 4
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Allt An Ailein House Fort William - sleeps 10
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Four Oaks Wooden Chalet on Loch Eil - Sleeps 4
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Laxdale Cottage, Banavie, Ben Nevis Self Catering Sleeps 4
Sleeping four people in two bedrooms, this cosy single storey cottage in the village of Banavie offers superb views of Ben Nevis, and is three miles from Fort William. Great destination all year round.
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Morvich Cottage, Self Catering Fort William Sleeps 4
This ground floor detached cottage is located on the edge of Fort William in Scotland and can sleep four people in two bedrooms. Perfect spot the area including Ben Nevis the the Nevis Range.
