Hunterston Castle, West Kilbride, United Kingdom

Hunterston Castle, West Kilbride, North Ayrshire is the historic home of the lairds of Clan Hunter. The keep dates from the late 15th, or early 16th centuries, while the attached manor house is of the 17th century. The estate was granted to the Hunters by David I of Scotland in the 12th century, and the heads of the clan have lived on the estate for the following 900 years.

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Justin Hunter (6 months ago)
This is my family seat dating back to the 1100's. Our current chief has been making improvements and uniting the family across the globe. It is currently only open to family, I believe. Either way, you have to schedule a visit. It's been a few years since I've been back, but it's a lovely place.

H Lyons (7 months ago)
Easy to get in if you have the key! DW is a Hunter descendant so our visit to the ancestral home was special. The view from the roof behind the parapet was awesome as was the interior. Unfortunately, the Wallace tree did not want its picture taken that day.

A P (11 months ago)
Beautiful castle and a lovely area for a walk. It is best to arrange a guided tour as it is on privately owned land and there are residents who live there.

Donna Wanna (2 years ago)
We got a private tour with Pauline, the current laird. It was great! It was fascinating to hear all the history of this very cool castle that has been owned by the original family for over 900 years!

Rhea Bassett (3 years ago)
Beautiful Ancestral home so rich in history

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