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Castle Levan - Dunskey Castle
Investigate this ruin with central L-shape tower that has romantic overtones and built on the shores of the Southern Upland Way. See series of colour photographs.

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ScotPhoto - Dunskey Castle
Study set of colour photographs and understand the defences offered by building a castle high on the cliffs overlooking the sea.

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Castles of Britain - Barholm Castle
Constructed high above Wigtown Bay and the Machars of Wigtownshire, this rectangular tower castle started in the 15th century was deserted by the 18th century. See colour photograph and brief notes.

http://www.buittle.org.uk/buittle.htm
Buittle Parish - Buittle Castle
Read this extensive historic note on the 'Ancient Galloway Stronghold' dating back to the 13th century castle built near the River Bladnoch. Unfortunately, only the site remains today.

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Castles of Britain - Castle Outreach: Barholm Castle
Research this castle seeking funds to renovate the buildings including the 15th century rectangular tower, plus a stair tower constructed approximately one hundred years later.

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Castles of Britain - Castle Outreach: Ravenstone Castle|
Investigate this 16th century castle built to L-shape design with four floors and is currently being renovated. Plus colour photograph of the roof-less ruin.

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DarkIsle - Threave Castle
Check out the first castle on this site that was raised to the ground by Edward the Bruce in 1308, and the second castle that was built by Archibald the Grim in 14th century. Also series of colour photos.

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