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Kilravock Castle

📍 Highland, Scotland

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About

Kilravock Castle is located near the village of Croy, between Inverness and Nairn, in the council area of Highland, Scotland. It was begun around 1460 and has been the seat of the Clan Rose since that time. The castle is a composite of a 15th-century tower house and several later additions. The original name for the castle was Cill Rathaig; Scottish Gaelic meaning "church at the small circular fort".

The oldest part dates from 1460, built by Hugh Rose, 7th Baron of Kilravock. Bonnie Prince Charlie visited and dined here on 14 April 1746 — the night before Culloden. The Duke of Cumberland called the following day. The Rose family has held the castle continuously since 1293. Features include a 15th-century keep and later baronial additions. Open for B&B and tours.