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Castles Β· Central Scotland

Calderwood Castle

In or near Carmunnock.

β™Ώ Wheelchair: limitedπŸ‘ͺ Family-friendly

Calderwood Castle β€” castle in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK.

Calderwood Castle, castles in Central Scotland

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1.5 h–3 h
Nearest railway station
East Kilbride Β· 2.9 km
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

Getting there & planning your visit

To visit Calderwood Castle, the nearest railway station is East Kilbride, located 2.9 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is G74 3SF. Accessibility is limited for wheelchair users.

Directions on Google Maps β†’

About

Calderwood Castle is a castle in the United Kingdom β€” fortified architecture from the medieval, Tudor, or Victorian-revival period. Wikidata describes it as: "castle in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 55.7719Β°, -4.1338Β°.

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From the Wikipedia article

Calderwood Castle was located in East Kilbride, Scotland. The historically recorded castle was situated on a precipice on the western bank of the Rotten Calder Water in Calderwood Glen, now part of Calderglen Country Park. Most likely constructed in the early to mid fifteenth century by the Maxwell family, the original peel tower collapsed in 1773 following several days of stormy weather. This building, known architecturally from a mid eighteenth century drawing, was replaced by an extension to the pre-existing late 17th-century country house called Calderwood House. These sections and later additions, including an 1840s Gothic Revival extension, were all demolished in the period circa 1943-1951.

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Background

History

An earlier building is suggested to have stood on the site due to the estate's older association with the origins of the Calderwood family. However, such an edifice more likely occupied a more defensible fortified manor site to the northwest, forming part of Barrie Road and Allers Allotments. Traditional sources allege that this earlier building and its estate belonged to the Barony of Mearns (Roland De Mernis); being passed to the Maxwells of Pollok through an alleged marriage. However, charter rolls and legal records point to the lands of Calderwood being broken up during the Wars of Scottish Independence, and a major portion later coming into the hands of the Maxwell family. Such a…

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Coordinates
55.7719, -4.1338
Postcode
G74 3SF
Parliamentary constituency
East Kilbride and Strathaven
Nearest railway station
East Kilbride β€” 2.9 km

Sources

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Dee of Calder

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Site of Calderwood Pavilion

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Fiddlers Falls (lower)

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Where to eat & stay near Calderwood Castle

Places to stay

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Crutherland House Hotel

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Hampton by Hilton Hamilton Park

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Caravan parks Β· Central Scotland

Strathclyde Park Camping & Caravan Site

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Hotels Β· Central Scotland

Avonbridge Hotel

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Caravan parks Β· Central Scotland

MaryVille Caravan Site

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Hotels Β· Central Scotland

DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Strathclyde

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Places to eat & drink

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Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

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Cross Keys Inn, 1 Montgomery Street, Eaglesham

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Calderwood Castle?
Calderwood Castle is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode G74 3SF).
What is Calderwood Castle?
Calderwood Castle β€” castle in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK.
How do I get to Calderwood Castle?
The nearest railway station is East Kilbride, about 2.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode G74 3SF.
Does Calderwood Castle charge admission?
Calderwood Castle typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
How do I get to Calderwood Castle?
The nearest railway station is East Kilbride, about 2.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode G74 3SF.