Inverlochy Castle Ruins

Inverlochy Castle was founded in the 13th century on the site of an earlier fort. The castle, which played a part in Scottish and English history during the civil wars of the 1640s, was abandoned in 1654 in favour of a large timber fort built by Oliver Cromwell.

This new fort was then replaced by a stone fort called ‘Fort William’ and the town that grew around it went on to take the same name. The ruins are a fascinating place to explore and there are lots of information boards so you can learn about the history.

Inverlochy Castle is the ruin of a lowland castle near the village of Inverlochy and the city of Fort William. Two battles took place at the castle from the 13th century. The Great Glen Way leads right past it.

Unfortunately, the castle is now not visible due to repairs