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Lochmaben Castle, Lochmaben
 

Located approximately one mile south of Lochmaben on the Dalton Road. From which, is signposted. Accessible by car, and there is a car park .

 
 

The later of the two castles in Lochmaben - a 13/14th century stone castle. Lying at  the southern end of Castle Loch it was of vital strategic importance.
From 1524 - 1588 belonged to the Lords Maxwell. 
 It is also the reputed birthplace of Robert The Bruce.
Both James IV and Mary, Queen of Scots visited here. 
 

 

 

A nature reserve with a bird hide now surrounds the ruins of the  Castle.

 

 

 

 

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