Visit Dunskey Castle in Portpatrick

Just a short drive from our luxury glamping site in Portpatrick, Dunskey Castle is a fantastic place to see during your stay with us. The ruins of a 16th-century tower house, this is a famous and protected landmark in the area. Built for the Adairs of Kinhilt family from 1510, it was used for just over a century before falling into ruin. Although you can’t go inside, it provides a dramatic backdrop for walks along the coastal path.

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Walk from Portpatrick to Dunskey Castle

There is a wonderful circular walk along the coastal path, from Portpatrick to the ruins of Dunskey Castle, returning via an old railway line. It starts from the car park at the south end of the beach and you can get full walking directions here. The signed path itself is clear and fenced in steep areas, but please take care as the walk takes you up high onto the cliffs. So always stick to the path. The walk takes around an hour and offers excellent views of the village, coastline and castle ruins.

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History of Dunskey Castle

Once the site of a medieval fort, destroyed by fire during a battle in 1489. The current tower house dates from 1510 and was built for the Adairs of Kinhilt, who also built the Castle of St John in Stranraer. Extended in the 1620s, it was derelict by 1684. The three-storey structure stands in a strategic position right at the edge of the cliff, with a watch tower overlooking the Irish Sea. Even though the interior is out of bounds, this is a dramatic and imposing structure to view from the outside.

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Book your break in Dumfries and Galloway today

So, book your glamping holiday at Coorie Retreats and get ready to explore the wonders of Portpatrick, Stranraer and the Rhins of Galloway. Find more amazing things to do during your stay with our Things To Do Guide.

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