OS1/3/3/149
| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KYLE CASTLE (Ruins) | - Kyle Castle Kyle Castle Kyle Castle Kyle Castle |
David Shaw Factor Alexander Hammilton Dalblair Reverd [Reverend] Mr Chrystal Auchinleck Dr. [Doctor] McKinnon Old Cumnock New Statistical Acct [Account] |
036 | The only remains of this "ancient Stronghold is a portion of wall about 8 feet high and 6 ft [feet] thick - standing on an - Elevated tongue of Land between the junction of Glenmore and Guelt water date of its - erection unknown popularly known by the name Supplied |
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[Page] 149County of Ayr -- Parish of Auchinleck
"There is another old castle in the upper end of the
"parish, called Kyle Castle, the property of the
"Marquess of Bute. Very little of it remains;
"and there seems to be no trace whatever of its
"history. It is situated in a sequestered district,
"on an elevated tongue of land, near the junction
"of the Gilt and Glenmore Waters."
New Statistical Acct [Account]
page 325
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