Architecture

Caerlaverock Castle

48 locals recommend

Tips from locals

Ross
January 4, 2022
Great walk to the wetlands of the Solway Firth, unique historic castle and cafe (seasonal opening).
Former Member
March 19, 2016
The only triangular castle in the land. You have a walk around this ruin and it is next door to the wetland and wildlife trust.
Alison
January 28, 2022
A bit further afield, but this castle is amazing and every child's dream of what a castle should be with it's wide moat, twin-towered gatehouse and lofty battlements, Caerlaverock is the epitome of the medieval stronghold.
Elaine
August 27, 2021
Must See ! On site cafe.
Roman
August 23, 2018
With its moat, twin towered gatehouse and imposing battlements, this awe-inspiring castle is the epitome of the medieval stronghold and one of the finest castles in Scotland. Although ruined, Caerlaverock is still a substantial structure and you can explore many different features within its unique triangular ground plan. The castle's turbulent history owes much to its proximity to England which brought it into the brutal cross-border conflicts and you can enjoy a fascinating siege warfare exhibition complete with reconstructions of medieval siege engines.
With its moat, twin towered gatehouse and imposing battlements, this awe-inspiring castle is the epitome of the medieval stronghold and one of the finest castles in Scotland. Although ruined, Caerlaverock is still a substantial structure and you can explore many different features within its unique…

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Location
Dumfries, Scotland