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Knock Castle. A 15th-century stronghold of the MacDonald that has taken its fair share of knocks, the castle has disappeared beneath ivy.
Photograph by Hugh Chevallier. Some rights reserved. (view image details)
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KNOCK CASTLE FACTS
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Location
near Saasaig, Isle of Skye
Description
Knock Castle is situated on the east coast of Sleat, approximately 5 miles north of Armadale on the Isle of Skye. The castle is also known as Caisteal Chamuis (Castle Camus). Today the castle is in ruins. All that remains is an old 15th century keep with traces of later buildings.
History
The castle was constructed in the 15th century by the Clan MacLeod. It was later captured by the Clan MacDonald in the late 15th century. Ownership of the castle passed between the two clans several times. It was rebuilt in 1596 by the MacDonalds. By 1689 the castle was abandoned and fell intop disrpair. Most of the stones were then used for nearby buildings.
Date
15th century
Legends
It is said that the castle is haunted by a Green Lady - a ghost associated with the fortunes of the family who occupy the castle.
Other Castles in the Area
Armadale Castle
Caisteal Maol
Dunscaith Castle
Eilean Donan Castle
Strome Castle
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