Caerlaverock Castle

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Sep 17, 2024
Great castle with a moat and a playpark too. Part of it is closed due to renovation, but you can still get into the rest and get a good look around. Our 2 boys enjoyed the extensive grounds too. Full review by Happy-traveller365
Sep 5, 2024
Beautiful castle! I'm American so obviously castles are pretty amazing for us but this is the best one I've been to. You can literally climb all around it even though it's not been lived in since 164… Full review by kpwix
Sep 4, 2024
Beautiful castle. Only £6. Nice walk round the moat. Some areas are closed off. Well worth a visit. Dogs welcome in the castle. Small gift shop selling coffees amongst other items Full review by Calum Q

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Hi, what time of day is your least busiest during the summer? Looking for a wedding venue around July and would like it …
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Hi, what time of day is your least busiest during the summer? Looking for a wedding venue around July and would like it to be as private as possible, but completely understand this is a heritage site. Many thanks
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Good morning Mel, thank you for getting in touch. Our weddings team will be able to advise regarding your enquiry. Could you please email weddings@hes.scot and they will get back to …
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Good morning Mel, thank you for getting in touch. Our weddings team will be able to advise regarding your enquiry. Could you please email weddings@hes.scot and they will get back to you as soon as possible.
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Is it national trust
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It’s Historic Scotland but I know I can use my pass in sites in England at some sites so it’s probably reciprocated up here
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Is it necessary to purchase tickets in advance or can I just purchase them upon arrival? I'll be visiting at the end of …
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Is it necessary to purchase tickets in advance or can I just purchase them upon arrival? I'll be visiting at the end of August. Thanks
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No, just turn up on the day and enjoy the wonderful experience. If you have time, also stop for something to eat and drink at the lovely little cafe.
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How long would you spend here on average roughly? Looking to make the trip but we only have about an hour or so. …
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How long would you spend here on average roughly? Looking to make the trip but we only have about an hour or so. Would it still be worth it?
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We were here two hours comfortably could have stayed longer.
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