Threave Castle

Threave Castle

Photograph by Alison Stamp. Some rights reserved. (view original image)

Threave Castle

Photograph by David Hawgood. Some rights reserved. (view original image)

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THREAVE CASTLE FACTS

Location
near Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway

History
Threave Island in the Dee was a stronghold from the 6th century. The castle was built about 1369 for Archibald the Grim, Earl of Douglas. It withstood a siege in 1455 for 2 months, then surrendered. In 1640 it was captured by Covenanters and partly dismantled. It is owned by Historic Scotland.

Other Castles in the Area
  Caerlaverock Castle
  Cardoness Castle
  Carsluith Castle
  MacLellans Castle