Conservation starts at Caerlaverock Castle. The goal: protect this unique three-sided structure near Dumfries.
Interior castle access is now limited. You can visit the grounds, visitor centre, and the play parks. Visiting these areas is still free.
HES plans visitor activities, including cyanotype photography and paper crafting. See archive photo displays.
Caerlaverock Castle dates to the 1270s. Its triangular shape makes it unique, unlike most UK castles.
Rosie Thorp knows people want inside. She manages visitors for HES. This work protects the castle.
She says the castle matters to the area and conservation work is necessary. The castle was built in the 1270s.
She said the castle interior may reopen in spring. You can still see beautiful views. The visitor center has more information and explains the castle’s history.
The castle faced sieges and capture before. Edward I besieged it in 1300. Another siege lasted 13 weeks and ended with surrender in 1640.
After surrender, they removed everything and the south wall was taken down. This stopped future defenses.