Doon Castle, Ardwell

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Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Doon Castle, Ardwell is one of two brochs the Albion Guide lists in Dumfries and Galloway. The nearest other broch is Dunragit ritual complex, 15.1 km to the north-east. Stranraer Station is 16.7 km away to the north.

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