Castles · North West England
Dunskey Castle
In or near Portpatrick.
Dunskey Castle — a castle in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
Billy McCrorie — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Stranraer · 9.9 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Dunskey Castle is a castle located in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Dunskey Castle is a historical site located in Scotland, offering visitors a glimpse into its rich past. The castle is surrounded by scenic landscapes, making it a picturesque spot for exploration and photography.
Place summary
Dunskey Castle is a 16th-century fortress located in the Scottish Lowlands. It is a notable example of Scottish architecture from this era. The castle's remains offer insight into its historical significance and its strategic position along the coast.
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- Coordinates
- 54.8355, -5.1099
- District
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Postcode
- DG9 9AA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Nearest railway station
- Stranraer — 9.9 km
- Official site
- www.visitscotland.com
Sources
- osm: way/363891197 (ODbL)
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Sunnymeade Caravan Park
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Portpatrick Lighthouse
Lighthouses · 0.8 km
Portpatrick Beach
Beaches · 0.8 km
Portpatrick
Villages · 0.8 km
South Harbour
Marinas · 0.8 km
Portpatrick Harbour
Marinas · 0.9 km
Outer Harbour, Portpatrick Harbour
Marinas · 0.9 km
Old Parish Church Churchyard, St Patrick Street, Portpatrick
Historic churches · 0.9 km
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Castle Bay Holiday & Residential Park — a campsite in scotland lowlands.
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Galloway Point Holiday Park
Galloway Point Holiday Park — a campsite in scotland lowlands.
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Sunnymeade Caravan Park
Sunnymeade Caravan Park — a campsite in scotland lowlands.
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Portpatrick Lighthouse
Portpatrick Lighthouse — lighthouse in Portpatrick, Scotland.
Where to eat & stay near Dunskey Castle
Places to stay
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📷 5Campsites · North West England
Galloway Point Holiday Park
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Sunnymeade Caravan Park
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Knockinaam Lodge
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📷 5Campsites · North West England
Portpatrick Farm Holidays
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Dunskey Castle?
- Dunskey Castle is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode DG9 9AA).
- What is Dunskey Castle?
- Dunskey Castle — a castle in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Dunskey Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Stranraer, about 9.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode DG9 9AA.
- Does Dunskey Castle charge admission?
- Dunskey Castle typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Dunskey Castle?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode DG9 9AA. It sits within the Dumfries and Galloway parliamentary constituency.