Caerlaverock Castle

an interesting place to visit not only in terms of history but also recreation. The castle is currently closed to visitors, but is due to reopen - when? - not known yet. You can walk around the castle to admire its architecture. Around a lot of green area where you can lie down and relax on a blanket. There is also a play area for children, a gift shop and very good latte coffee for £2. Free parking, lying on a blanket and watching the castle from the outside as well for free. Enjoy

Very nice scenery and great castle. Very informational exhibition about a castle siege. Unfortunately, Castle could not be entered due to safety concerns and outstanding inspections. But you can have a very nice walk around the castle and see the inside from behind.

Greeted by very pleasant staff and made to feel welcome. Castle and grounds are great. For our first stay in Scotland and our first castle visit, was very happy with the visit and history. Nice history video presentation too.

Lovely walk down to castle and pretty accessible on lower areas. There are stairs to higher levels. Some of it was unavailable as being improved but clearly stated what was out of bounds. Went around to original site, path a bit bumpy but mobility scooter managed it. There are woodland trails for kids but didn't go on them as not sure if passable. Had a nice coffee in little shop and hubby went in to see the exhibition about the 3 year seige narrated by Tony Robinson. Can take dogs on leads around grounds. Unusual triangular shaped moated castle with an interesting history.

Have been here in the past but was not able to enter the castle due to the ongoing restoration works. Entry is free for English Heritage members* (*Valid membership that has been active for one year or over). The castle is small but boasts some great architecture and it's triangular shape is unique to other castles I have visited. You are able to view the majority of the interior however, at the time of my visit, the East wing of the castle was still under renovation so was inaccessible. The site also has a tea room and shop which is reasonably priced along with a small outdoor play area. There is also a walking trail that has AR plaques that provide historical information as you progress. The trail also leads you to the ruins of the old Castle which was established in the 1220s (more foundations than ruins). Further out there are amazing walks and bird hides. If you are in Dumfries I would highly recommend a visit to this historic castle.