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Threave Castle was built in the late 14th
century by Archibald the Grim, 3rd Earl of Dougla,on a small island on the River Dee. At
this time Threave was the centre of power in Galloway. Another title for this family was
The Black Douglas's. Location: Threave
Castle is to be found west of Castle Douglas, off the A75, once off the A75 you continue
along a farm track to a parking area at the Kelton Mains Farm. From here continue on foot
along a good path through the farmland for 3/4 of a mile. Once you come to the paths end a
2 minute boat trip takes across to Threave Island, on which the castle is sited. All of
which makes a visit to Threave Castle a memorable day out.
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