• Caerlaverock Castle is a moated triangular castle first built in the 13th century. It is located on the southern coast of Scotland, eleven kilometres (seven miles)...
  • Caerlaverock Castle is a romantic and picturesque ruinous old medieval stronghold, set in a peaceful location some miles from Dumfries in the south of Scotland and...
  • While there are more than 2,000 castles scattered throughout Scotland, not many have seen as much historic conflict as Caerlaverock Castle.
  • Take a brief look at the history of Caerlaverock Castle, a medieval fortress once caught up in bloody border conflicts but now a popular filming location.
  • Caerlaverock Castle has a children's adventure park, two model siege engines, and nature trail in its grounds, Siege Exhibition and cafe.
  • Caerlaverock Castle stands proud on the land that was endowed upon Sir John Maxwell on his promotion by Alexander ll.
  • The earliest mentions of Caerlaverock Castle date back to 1160, when the castle was granted to the monks of Holm Cultram Abbey.
  • Unfortunately we did not pre-book so could not visit the Castle. Last minute day away trip from our home town which is 198 mile round trip from Caerlaverock...
  • This castle – let’s call it ‘old Caerlaverock’ for convenience – was situated around 200m south of the spot where the present-day castle sits.
  • Although Caerlaverock Castle is now partly in ruin, it’s still an impressive sight, and it’s a great place to visit if you have a few hours to spare while exploring the area.