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Carrick Castle

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Carrick Castle

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  • Location: Lochgoil, Scotland, United Kingdom

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    November 23, 2022

    Cycling

    14th Century tower house probably built by the Campbell family. It was used as a hunting lodge by James IV and Mary, Queen of Scots, visited in 1563. It's undergoing renovation at the moment.

    August 8, 2023

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    A 14th-century castle on the west shore of Loch Goil.

    The castle was initially built by the Campbell family, but is now currently under private ownership.

    September 14, 2025

    Gravel riding

    Carrick Castle is a 14th-century tower house on the west shore of Loch Goil on the Cowal Peninsula, in Argyll and Bute, west of Scotland. The castle was probably built by the Campbells in the last decades of the fourteenth century, at a point of time when the family was dominant in the area. It was used as a hunting lodge by James IV. Mary, Queen of Scots visited in 1563.
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    Carrick Castle and Loch Eck loop from Ardentinny

    40.9km

    03:40

    830m

    830m

    Cycle the challenging 25.4-mile Carrick Castle and Loch Eck loop from Ardentinny, featuring historic castles and stunning loch views.

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    Cycle 13.0 miles (20.9 km) from Ardentinny to Carrick Castle along Loch Long, enjoying continuous sea views and varied terrain.

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    Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 10 m

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    Location: Lochgoil, Scotland, United Kingdom

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