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Crichton Peel & Sanquhar Castle

Open accessScotland's right of responsible access applies

Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Crichton Peel & Sanquhar Castle is one of 33 castles the Albion Guide maps in Dumfries and Galloway. Nearby castles include Tibbers Castle and Morton Castle, Morton Loch. The closest station is Sanquhar, 1 km to the north-west.

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