Castle Outreach-Loch Doon Castle

Castle Outreach:
Loch Doon Castle

The History
loch doon Castle This remotely sited ruin stood on an island in Loch Doon until the 1880s when it was rebuilt on the shore above a planned rise in the water level to help supply the town of Ayr. It was built by Robert, Earl of Carrick. The castle was gutted by fire in 1530, but was restored and occupied until the 17th century.

What is needed
Loch Doon Castle is in a very ruinious condition. It is not in the hands of any preservation organization, nor care takers. What is needed are donations to organizations to get this wonderful castle preserved for future generations. Please send comments and donations to:

Historic Scotland
Longmore House, Salisbury Place
Edinburgh EH9 1SH
Scotland

Tel: 0131 668 8600

http://www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/

Please specify the direction of the donation.

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