Where is Fatlips Castle?

Fatlips Castle is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode ML12 6HX).

How do I get to Fatlips Castle?

Drivers can use postcode ML12 6HX.

Is Fatlips Castle a listed building?

Fatlips Castle is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.

Does Fatlips Castle charge admission?

Fatlips Castle typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.

How do I get to Fatlips Castle?

Drivers can navigate to postcode ML12 6HX. It sits within the Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale parliamentary constituency.

Castles · Scottish Lowlands

Fatlips Castle

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Fatlips Castle — remains of a post-medieval castle in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK.

Fatlips Castle, castles in Scottish Lowlands — Wikimedia Commons contributors — see linked file page for photographer and licence licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 1.5 h–3 h

Family-friendly
Limited wheelchair access

Fatlips Castle is a castle in the United Kingdom — fortified architecture from the medieval, Tudor, or Victorian-revival period. Heritage designation: category B listed building. Wikidata describes it as: "remains of a post-medieval castle in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 55.5890°, -3.6383°.

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Heritage listing

Fatlips Castle is a ruin that is believed to date back to the 16th century. Its historical significance lies in its representation of the architectural styles and defensive structures of that period in Scotland.

From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.

Place summary

Fatlips Castle is a category B listed building located in central Scotland, postcode ML12. This castle is notable for its historical significance and architectural features, reflecting the region's heritage.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates: 55.5890, -3.6383
District: South Lanarkshire
Postcode: ML12 6HX
Parliamentary constituency: Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale

Sources

wikidata: Q17853505 (CC0)
commons: Fatlips Castle roof - geograph.org.uk - 770358.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)

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