Castle Stalker

Four-storey tower house on a tiny tidal islet, seen in Monty Python and the Holy Grail

  • Scotland
  • Argyll and Bute
  • 15th century
  • Tower house
  • island castle

Castle Stalker is a four-storey medieval tower house standing alone on a tidal islet in Loch Laich. Built by the Stewarts of Appin around 1440, its picture-perfect setting made it the 'Castle of Aaargh' in Monty Python and the Holy Grail.

Construction: Tower house, mid-15th century

Frequently asked questions

When was Castle Stalker built?
Castle Stalker was built mainly in the 15th century. Full construction span: Tower house, mid-15th century.
Where is Castle Stalker?
Castle Stalker is in Appin, Scotland (around 56.57°, -5.38°).
What kind of castle is Castle Stalker?
Castle Stalker is a island castle in the Tower house style. Four-storey tower house on a tiny tidal islet, seen in Monty Python and the Holy Grail.