Carnbane Castle

Heritage Site in Perthshire

Scotland

Carnbane Castle

Bit of a messy burn
Bit of a messy burn Credit: Ralph Greig

Carnbane Castle, located in Perthshire, Scotland, is a historical heritage site that dates back to the 14th century. Situated on a hilltop, the castle offers commanding views of the surrounding landscape.

The castle was originally built as a fortified tower house by the Clan MacNab, a prominent Scottish clan. Over the years, it underwent several modifications and expansions, transforming into a grand residence. Today, the remains of the castle showcase a mix of architectural styles, reflecting its long and varied history.

The castle's structure consists of a central tower surrounded by a defensive wall, which encloses an inner courtyard. The walls are made of local stone and display an impressive level of craftsmanship. The interior features vaulted ceilings, narrow spiral staircases, and remnants of fireplaces, giving visitors a glimpse into medieval living.

Carnbane Castle played a significant role in Scottish history, being involved in various conflicts and power struggles. It was strategically positioned to control trade routes and provide protection to its occupants. The castle changed hands several times throughout the centuries, witnessing battles and sieges. However, by the 18th century, it fell into disrepair, and today, only ruins remain.

Despite its dilapidated state, Carnbane Castle continues to attract visitors who appreciate its historical significance and architectural beauty. The site offers a serene atmosphere for exploration and provides an opportunity to immerse oneself in Scotland's rich past.

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Carnbane Castle Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.6/-4.158 or Grid Reference NN6747. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bit of a messy burn
Bit of a messy burn
Layer of cloud
Layer of cloud
Entrance to Invervar
Entrance to Invervar
Zigzags above Dericambus A path climbs steep slopes south of Glen Lyon.
Zigzags above Dericambus
A path climbs steep slopes south of Glen Lyon.
Cladh Chunna A burial ground in Glen Lyon. The conifers on the steep slopes behind had just been felled.
Cladh Chunna
A burial ground in Glen Lyon. The conifers on the steep slopes behind had just been felled.
Road, Invervar Road up Glen Lyon.
Road, Invervar
Road up Glen Lyon.
Ditch, Balintyre On the flat floor of Glen Lyon.
Ditch, Balintyre
On the flat floor of Glen Lyon.
Field, Balintyre The flat floor of Glen Lyon under very steep slopes leading up to Beinn Aighean.
Field, Balintyre
The flat floor of Glen Lyon under very steep slopes leading up to Beinn Aighean.
The gate at Invervar The gate in question is just to the left of the barn; it's the frequently used starting point for the traverse of the Carn Mairg group of mountains on the north side of Glen Lyon. Over a period of years there have been reports of difficulties in accessing the route via the gate... it's been found to be locked and there have been discouraging notices placed by the owning estate. The photographer has made the traverse of the range twice including on the date the image was recorded and met with no problems on either occasion, but they do occur... see - <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.ukclimbing.com/news/item/68586/blatant_flouting_of_access_law_condemned" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.ukclimbing.com/news/item/68586/blatant_flouting_of_access_law_condemned">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
The gate at Invervar
The gate in question is just to the left of the barn; it's the frequently used starting point for the traverse of the Carn Mairg group of mountains on the north side of Glen Lyon. Over a period of years there have been reports of difficulties in accessing the route via the gate... it's been found to be locked and there have been discouraging notices placed by the owning estate. The photographer has made the traverse of the range twice including on the date the image was recorded and met with no problems on either occasion, but they do occur... see - LinkExternal link
Road beside River Lyon near to Balintyre Looking north-westward.
Road beside River Lyon near to Balintyre
Looking north-westward.
Road near to Carnbane Looking eastward.
Road near to Carnbane
Looking eastward.
Road near to Carnbahn Looking north-westward.
Road near to Carnbahn
Looking north-westward.
Road at Invervar in Glen Lyon Looking westward.
Road at Invervar in Glen Lyon
Looking westward.
Glen Lyon - Track into forest near to Invervar Looking westward.
Glen Lyon - Track into forest near to Invervar
Looking westward.
Glen Lyon - Road through woodland Looking south-westward.
Glen Lyon - Road through woodland
Looking south-westward.
Approaching Invervar View into the Glen Lyon hamlet from the east.
Approaching Invervar
View into the Glen Lyon hamlet from the east.
Invervar Lint Mill Ruined 18th century lint mill once used in the production of linen.
Invervar Lint Mill
Ruined 18th century lint mill once used in the production of linen.
Glen Lyon around Invervar On an aborted hike up the slopes of Ben Lawyers, a view early in the day over Glen Lyon.  Camera position approximate on the way to Meall Garbh.  Creag Dhubh is the bluff this side of the valley.  We started walking from Inverinain.
Glen Lyon around Invervar
On an aborted hike up the slopes of Ben Lawyers, a view early in the day over Glen Lyon. Camera position approximate on the way to Meall Garbh. Creag Dhubh is the bluff this side of the valley. We started walking from Inverinain.
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Carnbane Castle is located at Grid Ref: NN6747 (Lat: 56.6, Lng: -4.158)

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