Castles Β· Central Scotland
Ballumbie Castle (remains)
In or near Wellbank.
Ballumbie Castle (remains) β a castle in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Scott Cormie β CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 hβ3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Broughty Ferry Β· 3.9 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Ballumbie Castle (remains) is a castle located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Ballumbie Castle, located in central Scotland (postcode DD5), consists of the remains of a historic fortress. Its architectural significance reflects the medieval period, though specific details about its construction and history are not provided. The site offers a glimpse into Scotland's castle heritage.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 56.4992, -2.9008
- District
- Angus
- Postcode
- DD5 3UY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Arbroath and Broughty Ferry
- Nearest railway station
- Broughty Ferry β 3.9 km
Sources
- osm: way/418765932 (ODbL)
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Memorials & monuments Β· 1.9 km

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Memorials & monuments Β· 1.9 km
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Duntrune House
Duntrune House β a manor in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Historic bridges Β· Central Scotland
Road Bridge, Burnside of Duntrune
Road Bridge, Burnside of Duntrune β category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Watermills Β· Central Scotland
Pitkerro Mill, Kellas Road, Dundee
Pitkerro Mill, Kellas Road, Dundee β category C listed building-listed watermill in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Historic bridges Β· Central Scotland
Road Bridge, Fithie Burn, Baldovie, Dundee
Road Bridge, Fithie Burn, Baldovie, Dundee β category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Historic bridges Β· Central Scotland
Road Bridge, Lammerton
Road Bridge, Lammerton β category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Ballumbie Castle (remains)
Places to stay
Hotels Β· Central Scotland
Forbes of Kingennie Country Resort
Forbes of Kingennie Country Resort β a hotel in scotland highlands.
π· 7Caravan parks Β· Central Scotland
TayView Caravan & Camping Park
TayView Caravan & Camping Park β a caravan park in scotland central.
π· 5Caravan parks Β· Central Scotland
Riverview Caravan Park
Riverview Caravan Park β a caravan park in scotland central.
Hostels Β· Central Scotland
Dundee Backpackers Hostel
Dundee Backpackers Hostel β a hostel in scotland central.
π· 7Hotels Β· Central Scotland
Four Points Flex by Sheraton
Four Points Flex by Sheraton β a hotel in scotland central. Brand: Four Points by Sheraton.
Places to eat & drink
Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland
The Eagle Inn, 157-159 King Street, Broughty Ferry, Dundee
The Eagle Inn, 157-159 King Street, Broughty Ferry, Dundee in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland
'The Clep' Public House, 96-98 Clepington Road, Dundee
'The Clep' Public House, 96-98 Clepington Road, Dundee in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland
Office of J & D Grimmond, 1-3 King Street, Dundee
Office of J & D Grimmond, 1-3 King Street, Dundee in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
π· 7Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland
Windmill Bar, 113 Hilltown, Dundee
Windmill Bar, 113 Hilltown, Dundee in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland
Ladywell Tavern, 16 Victoria Road, Dundee
Ladywell Tavern, 16 Victoria Road, Dundee in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland
Public House, 51, 53 Meadowside, Dundee
Public House, 51, 53 Meadowside, Dundee in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Ballumbie Castle (remains)?
- Ballumbie Castle (remains) is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode DD5 3UY).
- What is Ballumbie Castle (remains)?
- Ballumbie Castle (remains) β a castle in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Ballumbie Castle (remains)?
- The nearest railway station is Broughty Ferry, about 3.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode DD5 3UY.
- Does Ballumbie Castle (remains) charge admission?
- Ballumbie Castle (remains) typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Ballumbie Castle (remains)?
- The nearest railway station is Broughty Ferry, about 3.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DD5 3UY.