キャッスルセンプルロックのおすすめウォーキング＆ハイキングルート

Hoist the kids up for a picture

Castle Semple Café is open daily 10.00 -17.00 hrs in summer, 10.00 – 16.00 hrs in winter, with coffee, cake, snacks, light refreshments and ice cream. https://clydemuirshiel.co.uk/park-sites/castle-semple-country-park/

Castle Semple Loch Visitor Centre is situated in the heart of Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park in Scotland. The centre offers a range of facilities including a café, exhibitions, and information on local wildlife and activities.

In rain the loose cobble/gravel path is a challenge. Water disappears slowly and can be up to a metre deep. Occasionally you have to wade through the water in Muirshiel park

The original purpose of the temple was simply a landscape feature or ‘folly’, designed to be seen from the mansion house and by visitors arriving at Castle Semple. It also served as a summer house with panoramic views. The design of the building probably comes from James Gibbs ‘Book of Architecture’, published in 1728, a sort of architect’s scrapbook of ideas. Gibbs described his designs as ‘summer houses in the form of temples of an octagonal form. The Follie originally had a roof and glazed windows but these were damaged in a fire. It also had trees planted beside it.

Unusual, octagonal building, high on a hill on the banks of Lochwinnoch. The building is a part of the nearby Castle Semple House, however, since its construction the 1700s, its purpose is now somewhat uncertain.

Beautiful Historical Landmark that offers great views from up there.

Castle Semple Collegiate Church was founded in 1504 to serve his castle and estate. John, Lord Sempill built the church which was then extended by his son to include the tomb of his father who was killed in the battle of Flodden. Today the church is partially ruined with no roof. The tomb is still visible and remains a good example of a medieval burial tomb.