Ormond Castle, Avoch

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A straightforward short circular walk from the old fishing village of Avoch. The walk visits Ormond Castle - once an important medieval stronghold but later completely destroyed by Oliver Cromwell. Today the green mound offers excellent views back to the village and across the bay.

Terrain

Easy to follow forest tracks and minor road, with short steeper path up to top of castle mound.

Public Transport

Bus to Avoch.

Start

Parking on the seafront at the southern end of Avoch. Open start point in Google Maps for directions.

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