Lochmaben Castle Ruins

Royal Burgh Of Lochmaben And District

Lochmaben Castle Ruins

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Lochmaben Castle Ruins

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Location: Royal Burgh Of Lochmaben And District, South Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom

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November 15, 2020

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The former fuedal seat of the Lord of Annandale and Dumfries and Galloway, Lochmaben Castle's ruins are an intruiging part of Scotland's rich history. The castle was originally constructed during the 13th and 14th centuries during Edward I's reign and later rebuilt during James IV of Scotland's era. It is situated beautifully, on a small peninsula jutting into Castle Loch's southern end.

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October 26, 2025

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Lochmaben Castle is a ruined 14th-century castle located on the shore of Castle Loch in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. Access to the castle's ruins, is currently restricted for safety reasons due to unstable masonry.

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