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| Title: |
Cardoness Castle |
| Description: |
Cardoness Castle, outside Gatehouse of Fleet, is a fine ruin from the 15th century. It was the
ancestral home of the McCulloch family. This view shows the Tower house which offers great views
from the roof. It is owned by Historic Scotland.
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| Date: |
August 2006 |
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| Title: |
Cardoness Castle |
| Description: |
The castle office and gift shop sits at the foot of the hill on which the castle commands
the surrounding area.
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| Date: |
August 2006 |
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| Title: |
Cardoness Castle - Roof |
| Description: |
Although the roof no longer exists, vistors can climb to the top for fine views
to the north and south.
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| Date: |
August 2006 |
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| Title: |
Cardoness Castle - View South |
| Description: |
The view south from the castle roof shows the Water of Fleet flowing into Fleet Bay.
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| Date: |
August 2006 |
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| Title: |
Cardoness Castle - View North |
| Description: |
The view north shows the town of Gatehouse of Fleet.
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| Date: |
August 2006 |
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| Title: |
Cardoness Castle - Fireplace |
| Description: |
The castle is well known for its fine fireplaces, such as this example in the hall. To the left
of the fireplace is the aumbry (cupboard) with the salt-box to the right.
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| Date: |
August 2006 |
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