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Inveraray Bell Tower
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#8 of 15 things to do in Inveraray
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Soph
By Soph
“Interesting!”
Apr 2022
A massive tower. It’s a very beautiful building, which is worth the visit if you find yourself in Inveraray, however i wouldn’t travel to visit it. It was closed so i couldn’t go in it but it was lovely from the outside.
Malgorzata
By Malgorzata
“Interesting place”
Nov 2019
The 10th Duke of Argyll, Niall Diarmid Campbell, built this tower as a memorial to the members of the Campbell Clan who died in the war. The construction was begun in 1921 and completed ten years later in 1931. Ten bells, each named after a Celtic saint, can regularly be heard chiming. 176 steps lead to the top from where there is a splendid view of Loch Fyne and the surrounding countryside. Worth a visit when you are in Inveraray.
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Malgorzata
11,722 contributions
Interesting place
Nov 2019
The 10th Duke of Argyll, Niall Diarmid Campbell, built this tower as a memorial to the members of the Campbell Clan who died in the war. The construction was begun in 1921 and completed ten years later in 1931. Ten bells, each named after a Celtic saint, can regularly be heard chiming. 176 steps lead to the top from where there is a splendid view of Loch Fyne and the surrounding countryside. Worth a visit when you are in Inveraray.
Written October 23, 2020
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Randy K
Des Moines, IA3,336 contributions
Beautiful Bell Tower
Aug 2017 • Couples
Next to the historical All Saints Episcopal Church, this tower offers stunning views if you climb the 176 steps to the top.

Built after WWI to honor the Clan Campbell dead from the war. Construction on the 126 foot high bell tower began in 1921 and was completed ten years later. Ten bells were added.
Written September 5, 2017
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Ronald D
Shrewsbury, UK738 contributions
Stunning views from the top.
Apr 2018 • Couples
You have to be somewhat nimble to climb the 176 steps to the top but this tower offers stunning views and well worth the effort. But please remember the 176 steps down!
Written April 30, 2018
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IanCarey5040
Fareham, UK8 contributions
Inveraray Bell Tower
Sep 2017 • Friends
A very interesting place to visit and a great views from the top of the tower. The bells were ringing during our stay.
Written October 9, 2017
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Keith P
Peterborough, United Kingdom140 contributions
well worth visiting
Sep 2017 • Couples
Interesting experience and bells etc well worth seeing and doing the climb.
View from the top is good but I have seen better.
Written September 20, 2017
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JoeNathan9249
Saint Paul, MN5,927 contributions
Fascinating story about construction, some interesting artifacts
Sep 2017 • Couples
We were walking around town and saw this - clearly the tallest building in "downtown" Inveraray. We looked at the church next door and then went in here.

You can look around the first floor for free. If you want to climb the 176 steps to the top, that costs a little. There was a very friendly man on the first floor who answered a few questions.

We were surprised to see a Menorah given to the town by Israeli president Chaim Weitzman. There were other interesting items displayed on the first floor. Definitely worth a visit.
Written September 13, 2017
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Soph
Scotland, UK7 contributions
Interesting!
Apr 2022 • Solo
A massive tower. It’s a very beautiful building, which is worth the visit if you find yourself in Inveraray, however i wouldn’t travel to visit it. It was closed so i couldn’t go in it but it was lovely from the outside.
Written April 2, 2022
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Bibcay
Gateshead, UK4,366 contributions
Wow
Jul 2020
This is absolutely stunning. It’s in an amazing location. The bells are so nice and in tune. Will go back when it’s safe to go out because I want to go to the top of the bell tower and see the bells.
Written July 12, 2020
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iangreenhalgh2016
Greater Manchester, UK9 contributions
Very steep
Aug 2019
Not for the fainthearted there are a large number of steps to climb the views are well worth it when you get the but make sure you can do it
Written September 4, 2019
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GrantyT
Warrington, UK3 contributions
Fantastic views over Loch Fyne
Aug 2019 • Couples
A challenging climb up the steps but well worth the climb for the views from the top of the tower and also to see the bells close up. A very interesting exhibition on the ground floor even if you don't want to climb the steps.
Written August 2, 2019
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