Turnberry Castle is a fragmented ruin these days, only the lower vaults and cellars remain intact. However, it was once a mighty fortification and the seat of the Earls of Carrick. It is unknown when the castle was built. Robert the Bruce who ordered its destruction in 1310 to stop the English seizing it once again.

David Bavin-Hobbs

September 13, 2022

Cycling

Castle ruins standing on the cliff edge, next to the lighthouse. The birth place of Robert the Bruce.

The lighthouse is now the main attraction.

Stunning view across the Firth of Clyde to the south side of Arran.

Michèle Linton

October 10, 2023

Road cycling

If you’ve got lots of pennies you can book a stay in this lighthouse.

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Elevation 10 m

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Thursday 12 March

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Max wind speed: 53.0 km/h

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Location: Kirkoswald, Maidens And Turnberry, South Ayrshire, South Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom

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