29. Kisimul Castle
Castlebay, Isle of Barra, HS9 5UZ
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This medieval castle was the seat of the Clan Macneil. Built in the 15th century it was abandoned in the early 18th century, with stones used for shipping ballast. It was rebuilt in 1956-70. In 2000 The MacNeil Clan Chief leased it to Historic Scotland for an annual rent of £1 and a bottle of whisky.
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