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. | Location | 5km west of Castle Douglas on the A75.
Region - Dumfries and Galloway.
Grid reference NX 739 623.
Post code DG7 1BG.
Cycle Routes - Site on the National Cycle Network
Public transport - Regular train to Dumfries. From outside railway station take MacEwans Coaches No 502 (Kirkcudbright) to Castle Douglas Rhonehouse Road End junction (40 min). Walk to Threave Castle (11 min)
| | Contact | Tel 07711 223101
| | Opening times | Summer (1 April - 30 September), Monday to Sunday, 9.30 am to last outward sailing at 4.30 pm
| | 2007 Admission prices | Adult £4.00 Child £2.00 Concessions £3.00. Charge includes ferry trip.
| | Accessibility | Boat access
A path and steep steps lead to a small boat making it unsuitable for visitors using a wheelchair. After a short boat trip, more mobile visitors can visit the ticket office and curtain wall. The castle has steep steps inside and out.
Parking available about 2 km from the boat dock.
Toilets available at the car park, not adapted.
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