Threave Castle from Castle Douglas
Along the River Dee to a tower house on an island, reached by a little ferry.
- Distance
- 6.9 km
- Ascent
- 20 m
- Time
- 1.5–2 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 58 m
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About this walk
Threave Castle from Castle Douglas is an easy 6.9 km out-and-back walk with 20 m of ascent, taking 1.5 to 2 hours. It starts at Castle Douglas (grid reference NX 763 626). The start can be reached by public transport.
Threave Castle was built in the 1370s by Archibald the Grim, Lord of Galloway, on an island in the River Dee. From Castle Douglas, the walk follows lanes and field paths to the river, where a small boat takes visitors across to the castle (Historic Environment Scotland, seasonal, entry charge).
The riverside and marshes are a nature reserve, good for wildfowl in winter. Return the same way.
Route
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1
To the river
Walk out of the town to the Threave Castle car park and on to the river.
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2
The castle
Ring the bell for the boat across to the island, and return the same way.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does Threave Castle from Castle Douglas take?
- Most walkers take 1.5–2 hours for the 6.9 km route, which has 20 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Castle Douglas (grid reference NX 763 626). Car parks in Castle Douglas, or the Threave Castle car park at Kelton Mains.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Buses to Castle Douglas from Dumfries. Check times on Traveline Scotland.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Pavements, lanes and field paths.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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