MacLellan's Castle

A castellated town house, complete except for its roof, Maclellan's Castle was built by the then provost of Kirkcudbright, Thomas MacLellan of Bombire, in the 1750s, but probably never finished.

The remains of this noble residence demonstrate how architecture evolved from the heavily defended tower house to a new more domestic, if grand scale.

This property is managed by Historic Scotland.
Opening Times
(2009 times)
1st April to 30th September:
Daily 9.30am to 5.30pm
Last ticket sold 30 minutes before closing.

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

Directions
In the centre of Kirkcudbright on the A711.
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MacLellan's Castle Postcode for SatNav: DG6 4JD

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