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Old Caerlaverock Castle

No. 155 of 198 in Nith Estuary, No. 54 for history. History, 4.3 km from Glencaple.

The site of the old castle at Caerlaverock, on the Nith Estuary.Written by Claude from the facts on this page (describe-v1, 2026-11-01).

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Why it ranks here

Score 0.59 for any trip, from the same formula as every place.

Stay nearby

Within 8 km, best first
Comlongon Castle (Hotel)Category A listed, 1.2 km from Clarencefield, just outside the areaHistory and heritage

Food and drink nearby

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New Abbey Tearoomsin New AbbeyFood and pubs
The Farmers Innin Clarencefield, just outside the areaFood and pubs
The Boat Housein GlencapleFood and pubs
Steamboat innin CarsethornFood and pubs

If it rains

Within 8 km, best first
Savings Banks MuseumCategory A listed, in Ruthwell, just outside the areaHistory and heritage
New Abbey Corn Millin New AbbeyHistory and heritage
Maryfield Parkin New AbbeyRainy day

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