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Bothwell Castle

Bothwell is Scotland’s largest and finest 13th century castle. Part of the original circular keep survives.

Bothwell Castle

Bothwell is Scotland’s largest and finest 13th century castle. Part of the original circular keep survives.


Highlights

  • The location – dramatically set beside a winding in the River Clyde.
  • The 13th-century donjon – without parallel in Scotland.
  • The 13th-century prison tower – a good example of the grimness of medieval prison life.
  • The 14th-century great hall and chapel – impressive survivals from the period of the Black Douglases.
Green Tourism Award - Gold

Location

Region – Glasgow, Clyde and Ayrshire
Postcode: G71 8BL

Opening arrangements

Summer
1 April - 30 September, Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun, 9.30 am - 5.30 pm

October
1 October 2008 - 31 October 2008, Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun, 9.30 am to 4.30 pm

Winter
1 November 2008 - 31 March 2009 , Mon Tue Wed Sat Sun, 9.30 am to 4.30 pm

Admission prices

All year
Adult £3.70, Child £1.85, Concession £3.00

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