Cardoness Castle

Cardoness
Gatehouse of Fleet
Castle Douglas
Dumfries and Galloway
DG7 2EP


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
(2008 times)
21st March to 30th September:
Daily 9.30am - 5.30pm.

October: Saturday to Wednesday 9.30am - 4.30pm.

November to March Weekends only 9.30am - 4.30pm.

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

Admission Charges
(2008 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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The Tolbooth Art Centre (8 Miles)*
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Nearby Hotels
Aston Hotel Dumfries (27 Miles)*
Located in the wonderful Crichton Estate extending to over 100 acres and adjacent to Easterbrook Hall and Conference Centre, Aston Hotel Dumfries blends state-of-the-art facilities with traditional Scottish hospitality.
Cairndale Hotel (27 Miles)*
The Cairndale Hotel is situated in the centre of Dumfries in South West Scotland. The hotel offers 91 comfortable bedrooms, plus excellent leisure facilities, including a 14 metre heated indoor pool, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi and a gym.
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Clauchan Cottage (5 Miles)*
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