Kames Castle

Built in the 14th century, Kames Castle on the Isle of Bute represents one of Scotland's finest examples of a continuously inhabited medieval castle. The castle has served as a family home for over six centuries, demonstrating the remarkable adaptability of Scottish castle architecture. Its location on Bute places it in the strategic Firth of Clyde, where it controlled important sea routes between the Highlands and Lowlands. The castle's long history of continuous occupation makes it a rare survival, showing how medieval Scottish architecture could be successfully adapted for modern family life while preserving its historic character and clan connections.