The Peel of Castle Semple
| The Peel of Castle Semple | |
|---|---|
| Castle Semple Loch, Renfrewshire, Scotland grid reference NS 3617 5876 | |
| Site information | |
| Owner | Private |
| Open to the public | No |
| Condition | A ruin |
| Location | |
The Peel of Castle Semple Peel Tower | |
| Coordinates | 55°52′51″N 4°39′51″W / 55.880943°N 4.6640600°W |
| Site history | |
| Built | 17th century |
| Built by | Semple family |
| In use | 17th century |
| Materials | Stone |
The ruins of The Peel of Castle Semple or the Castle Semple Loch Peel Tower, once designated in Scottish Reformation times as the Defender of the Faith lie in Castle Semple Loch, Parish of Lochwinnoch, Renfrewshire, Scotland. The castle stands on a rocky islet which due to drainage works and farming activities has now become linked to the shoreline through a curved earthen embankment. Semple is sometimes written as 'Sempill'; however, for consistency the more commonly found spelling will be used here.