Threave Castle

On an island in the River Dee stands Threave Castle, a massive 14th century tower built by Archibald the Grim, Lord of Galloway.

Later the stronghold of the Black Douglases, it has at its base an artillery fortification built before 1455 when James II besieged the castle.

The Castle is on an island, approached by boat, with a long walk to the property.

This property is managed by Historic Scotland.
Opening Times
(2009 times)
1st Spril to 30th September:
Daily 9.30am to last outward sailing 4.30pm.
Closed in Winter.

Admission Charges
(2009 prices)
Adult £4.20; Child £2.10; Concession £3.20.
Ferry included in admission price.

Directions
Three miles west of Castle Douglas on the A75.
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Threave Castle Postcode for SatNav: DG7

Nearby Attractions
Castle Douglas Art Gallery (2 Miles)*
Castle Douglas Art Gallery first opened in 1938 having been gifted to the town by Mrs Ethel Bristowe and now forms an excellent venue for an annual programme of temporary exhibitions running from Easter to Christmas.
Threave (2 Miles)*
Threave Garden has something to offer in all seasons. At 64 acres, it is best known for its spectacular springtime display of daffodils, but herbaceous beds are colourful in summer and the trees and heather garden are striking in autumn.
The Stewartry Museum (8 Miles)*
The Stewartry Museum was founded in 1879, and first occupied part of Kirkcudbright Town Hall. As the collections grew, the present purpose-built museum was opened in 1893.
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Nearby Hotels
Douglas Arms Hotel (1 Mile)*
Centrally located within the picturesque market town of Castle Douglas, this former coaching inn dates back to the 1700s. Located near the beautiful Solway coast, the hotel is just a short drive from the shore and a number of golf courses.
The Urr Valley Hotel (2 Miles)*
The Urr Valley Hotel is a long established country house hotel set in 12 acres of mature woodland and gardens.With its stunning views across the Dumfries and Galloway countryside, it is in an ideal location.
Clonyard House Hotel (8 Miles)*
This small, family-run hotel is beautifully situated within 7 acres of mature gardens and woodlands, in a secluded position within a national scenic area near the Solway coast.
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Nearby Self Catering
Auld Exchange Holiday Cottage Scotland (1 Mile)*
Located in the heart of the National Trust for Scotlands Estate of Threave Castle and Gardens. Recently converted they are a lovely mixture of old architecture and contemporary interior styling.
Gelston Lodge Holiday Cottages (4 Miles)*
Our Holiday Cottages are located in a National Scenic Area where the forests of the Solway cloak coastal plains with secluded bays and rolling hills that stretch out from the bustling food town of Castle Douglas in Dumfries and Galloway.
Allonby Holiday Cottage (7 Miles)*
The cottage offers flexible accommodation that provides cosy comfort for a couple or plenty of space for a family. It has wonderful, uninterrupted views over the Urr Estuary, Kippford Harbour and the hills beyond.
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