Taken at Cardoness Castle, which sadly was closed to the public when we visited for safety reasons.

The castle is a Scottish tower house built in the late 15th century as a fortified residence for the McCullochs of Myreton andit it is situated just south west of the Gatehouse of Fleet in Kircudbrightshire. From the top there are views of Fleet Bay and the Solway Firth.
The castle was abandoned in the late 17th century following the murder of a neighbour, William Gordon, by Sir Godfrey McCulloch. Sir Godfrey escaped but was later arrested in Edinburgh and executed in 1697 , beheaded by'the Maiden', a type of Scottish guillotine.

The castle is now in the hands of Historic Environment Scotland.

I have added 'Castle' by Halsey as a link

www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vk0xkd8qs9I

and a second link 'Castles' by Lissie

www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUjEVbqXFy0

The PiP is a converted cottage used as a ticket office, shop and means of entrance to the castle and grounds.

This is better viewed large, I think. Many thanks

Both shots are fabulous, although I marginally prefer the PiP!
HFF, Carol!

I totally agree with Andy, the pictures are Beautiful - HFF Carol.

BEAUTIFUL PLACE

A very informative narration for a lovely photograph.HFF and best wishes for the weekend Carol.

What a well composed image of this castle.
Thank you for the interesting note.
Happy FF and peace and freedom for Ukraine.

this are wonderful pictures
HFF und ein schönes Wochenende

Kind of understanding but better to be safe than sorry , HFF you enjoy your weekend.

marvelous HFF

A shame it was closed when you visited Carol. Two lovely shots and good information. It has a grisly past as most castles do! My favourite is the PiP....very pretty!
HFF and a good weekend.

It's the PiP for me! Lovely location.
HFF Carol & have a great w/e.

Wonderful images and nice information,Carol!

HFF and have a great weekend!

Best wishes
Füsun

HFF,Carol!

Interesting information and two excellent images
HFF and a great weekend