Cardoness Castle

Cardoness Castle is the well-preserved ruin of a tower house of 15th century date, the ancient home of the McCullochs.

The architectural details inside the tower are of a very high quality and the battlements give good views over Fleet Bay and inside, a number of splendid architectural details include particularly fine fireplaces.

This property is managed by Historic Scotland.
Opening Times
(2009 times)
1st April to 30th September:
Daily 9.30am - 5.30pm.

1st to 31stOctober:
Daily 9.30am - 4.30pm.

1st November to 31st March 2010
Weekends only 9.30am - 4.30pm.

Closed 25th & 26th December and 1st & 2nd January.

Admission Charges
(2009 prices)
Adult £3.70; Child £1.85; Concession £3.00.

Directions
One mile south west of Gatehouse-of-Fleet on the A75.
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Cardoness Castle Postcode for SatNav: DG7 2EP

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