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Crichton Castle

Crichton, Scotland, United Kingdom

UK Historic Sites
World Castles
Scottish Castles

About Crichton Castle

Crichton Castle is a distinctive medieval castle built as the residence of the aristocratic Crichton family in the fourteenth century. It would later pass to the Earls of Bothwell.

For visitors to Crichton Castle, there is its impressive tower house, unusual facade and fifteenth century great hall.

UK Historic Sites
World Castles
Scottish Castles

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Crichton Castle
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Location
Crichton, Scotland, United Kingdom
Categories
Middle Ages, United Kingdom, Castle
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