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Caprington Castle. Majestic house home of Cuninghames
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CAPRINGTON CASTLE FACTS
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Location
near Kilmarnock, Ayrshire
Description
Caprington Castle is located less about 2 miles from Kilmarnock in Ayrshire. The building is now a mansion with battlements - the original keep, and the original turnpike stair are incorporated into the current building. Caprington Castle has been the Cuninghame family for many generations.
History
The earliest parts of the castle date from the 15th or 16th centuries. The castle was remodelled in Georgian style around 1780. Further renovations were carried out around 1820 in a baronial style.
Date
19th century mansion, with 15th century tower
Other Castles in the Area
Barr Castle
Bothwell Castle
Culzean Castle
Dean Castle
Dunure Castle
Eglinton Castle
Gilbertfield Castle
Johnstone Castle
Portencross Castle
Stanely Castle
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