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Gillesbie Tower

Open accessScotland's right of responsible access applies

Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Gillesbie Tower is one of 33 castles the Albion Guide charts in Dumfries and Galloway. The closest station is Lockerbie, 10.7 km to the south. Lochwood Castle and Lochmaben Peel and Castle are among the castles within 13.6 km.

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