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“Great Escapes: Dumfries & Galloway 1 - Castles” Practical Caravan
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
Traveller Description: Dating from 1270, this castle has a long history of battle along the English border.
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Attraction type: Castle, Historic site
Address:
Scotland
Tel: 0131 668 8973

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“A delightful miniature castle”
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5 of 5 stars
EmsworthStella
Emsworth
1 Nov 2009

We were heading towards the Border, and decided on the spur of the minute to visit the castle, knowing nothing about it. It's on the Solway Firth, and we loved it when we set eyes on it. It's a castle in miniature; all a castle should be. It 's small, accessible, though in its time it had been defended by... more

“Stunning historical landmark”
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5 of 5 stars
MichaelJH
U.K.
15 Sep 2009

Classic castle, beautifully maintained and in stunning countryside. This must be one of the best hidden secrets of the area. Lots of interesting walks around the castle area. more

“Great place to visii-kids will love it”
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5 of 5 stars
sarahmonty
North Yorkshire
19 May 2008

This place is so decieving from the outside, when you arrive you might be tempted to turn around and leave..DONT! Me and my boyfriend love it, we were there ages, there are lots of stairs to go up and down,and various views, and it has a full real moat! Now you dont often get them ! The staff were friendly.... more

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Caerlaverock Castle Address

Scotland
Tel: 0131 668 8973