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Photographs of Caisteal Maol and a history of Caisteal Maol Castle near the village Kyleakin with views across Loch Alsh
The ruins of Caisteal Maol Castle is one of the first views from across the Isle of Skye bridge. To get to the Caisteal Maol Castle turn left once across the bridge and enter the village of Kyleakin. There is limited parking by the castle and those who are able to are advised to park on the car park by the shops, Post Office, restaurant and cafe. Then walk over the small bridge or drive over for those with limited mobility.
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Caisteal Maol Castle sits on a small island on a rocky promontory and cannot be accessed but you can get near enough to see the ruin and take photos.
The history of Caisteal Maol Castle starts with the legend of why it was built. It is said that a Norwegian princess stretched a chain across the Loch of Alsh strait and charged a toll to pass safely. Those who refused to pay had to take their vessel round the dangerous waters of the Minch and risk the common storms. There could be evidence of this legend in the fact that in 1951 a hoard of coins were found in the walls of the ruin. The princess was nicknamed Saucy Mary and her name is used by local businesses in Kyleakin. She was married to the fourth MacKinnon Chief. She was buried on the top of Beinn na Cailleach, the mountain of the old woman, under the Cairn on Skye with her face turned towards her homeland of Norway.
The present castle was thought to have been built between 1490 and 1500 though buildings may have been in the area prior to these dates. It was thought to have been called Castle Dunakin (cited in Castles of the Clans: The Strongholds and Seats of 750 Scottish Families and Clans
by Martin Coventry) or Dun Haakon (Hakon's Fort) and also Castle Moil and Dun Akyn. It was used as a strategically placed fortress and seat of the MacKinnon Clan. One important event in the history of Caisteal Maol Castle is that it was used during the 1513 meeting of the Chiefs where they agreed to support the Lord of the Isles, Donald MacDonald.
The building was thought to be a rectangular keep with three stories. The kitchens were located in the basement.
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Neill MacKinnon the nephew of the 26th Chief of the Clan was the last occupant of Caisteal Maol Castle.
In recent years the ruin suffered more damage from storms, first in 1984 and then in 1989 when preservation work was undertaken to prevent further damage.
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Isle of Skye - general history and overview of the Isle of Skye.
Eilean Donan Castle
Armadale Castle Isle of Skye Scotland
Caisteal Maol Castle
Duntulm Castle
Dunvegan Castle Isle of Skye
Knock Castle Isle of Skye
Skye Museum Of Island Life
Talisker Whisky Distillery Isle of Skye
Isle of Skye Fish Restaurant Creelers Review
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Caisteal Maol Castle
Photographs of Caisteal Maol and a history of Caisteal Maol Castle near the village Kyleakin with views across Loch Alsh
The ruins of Caisteal Maol Castle is one of the first views from across the Isle of Skye bridge. To get to the Caisteal Maol Castle turn left once across the bridge and enter the village of Kyleakin. There is limited parking by the castle and those who are able to are advised to park on the car park by the shops, Post Office, restaurant and cafe. Then walk over the small bridge or drive over for those with limited mobility.
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My new novel:
The Aberdeen skies are under attack from an enemy jet. It is spilling a strange yellow smoke. Minutes later, people start killing each other.
Former Royal Air Force Regiment Gunner Jason Harper witnesses this and then his wife, Pippa, telephones him, shouting that she needs him. They then get cut off. He sets straight out, unprepared for the nightmare that unfolds during his journey. Everyone seems to want to kill him.
Along the way, he pairs up with fellow survivor Imogen. But she enjoys killing the living dead far too much. Will she kill Jason in her blood thirst? Or will she hinder his journey through this zombie filled dystopian landscape to find his pregnant wife?
The Fence is the first in this series of post-apocalyptic military survival thrillers from the torturous mind of local horror and science fiction novel writer C.G. Buswell.
Download Now.
Buy the Paperback.
Caisteal Maol Castle sits on a small island on a rocky promontory and cannot be accessed but you can get near enough to see the ruin and take photos.
The history of Caisteal Maol Castle starts with the legend of why it was built. It is said that a Norwegian princess stretched a chain across the Loch of Alsh strait and charged a toll to pass safely. Those who refused to pay had to take their vessel round the dangerous waters of the Minch and risk the common storms. There could be evidence of this legend in the fact that in 1951 a hoard of coins were found in the walls of the ruin. The princess was nicknamed Saucy Mary and her name is used by local businesses in Kyleakin. She was married to the fourth MacKinnon Chief. She was buried on the top of Beinn na Cailleach, the mountain of the old woman, under the Cairn on Skye with her face turned towards her homeland of Norway.
The present castle was thought to have been built between 1490 and 1500 though buildings may have been in the area prior to these dates. It was thought to have been called Castle Dunakin (cited in Castles of the Clans: The Strongholds and Seats of 750 Scottish Families and Clans
by Martin Coventry) or Dun Haakon (Hakon's Fort) and also Castle Moil and Dun Akyn. It was used as a strategically placed fortress and seat of the MacKinnon Clan. One important event in the history of Caisteal Maol Castle is that it was used during the 1513 meeting of the Chiefs where they agreed to support the Lord of the Isles, Donald MacDonald. The building was thought to be a rectangular keep with three stories. The kitchens were located in the basement.
Have you seen my beautiful golden retriever Lynne out and about in Aberdeen? Ask her for a high-five! She's a Bravehound PTSD assistance dog, so we'll often be in shops, restaurants, and the cinema together.
We've written a book where I talk about growing up in Aberdeen and then joining the army to be a medic and nurse, and developing military Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
I also talk about losing my son to suicide and the therapy I have had at Royal Cornhill Hospital and grief support groups in Aberdeen.
The author, Damien Lewis, said of Lynne:
"A powerful account of what one dog means to one man on his road to recovery. Both heart-warming and life-affirming. Bravo Chris and Lynne. Bravo Bravehound."
Download.
Buy the paperback.
An army veteran moves his family back to his Aberdeenshire home, but his nightmare neighbour starts a battle of wits with him. Who will win this One Last War?
Buy this latest novel by local author C.G. Buswell on Kindle or Paperback.
Advertise Here from just £70.
Neill MacKinnon the nephew of the 26th Chief of the Clan was the last occupant of Caisteal Maol Castle.
In recent years the ruin suffered more damage from storms, first in 1984 and then in 1989 when preservation work was undertaken to prevent further damage.
More Scottish Castles.
Other pages about the Isle of Skye include:
Isle of Skye - general history and overview of the Isle of Skye.
Eilean Donan Castle
Armadale Castle Isle of Skye Scotland
Caisteal Maol Castle
Duntulm Castle
Dunvegan Castle Isle of Skye
Knock Castle Isle of Skye
Skye Museum Of Island Life
Talisker Whisky Distillery Isle of Skye
Isle of Skye Fish Restaurant Creelers Review
Where To Eat Isle Of Skye - Three Chimneys Restaurant Review
Isle of Skye Accommodation
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