Dunbar Castle was one of the strongest fortresses in Scotland and has been occupied as a defensive position ever since the 7th century. These days, you cannot get too close to the ruins but they still make for an impressive sight.

Katherine Moore

February 11, 2020

Mountain biking

Dunbar Castle was one of the strongest fortresses in Scotland at one time and has been occupied as a defensive position ever since the 7th century. These days, you cannot get too close to the ruins but they still make for an impressive view and there is some information nearby.

Read more at: undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/dunbar/dunbarcastle/index.html

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February 24, 2022

Hiking

Loads of nesting kittiwakes in the ruin of the castle walls during the summer. Also nice to watch the fishermen going to and fro out the harbour.

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1. Dunbar Castle Ruins – Dunbar Harbour loop from Dunbar

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2. Belhaven Bridge – Belhaven Bridge loop from Dunbar

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3. Dunbar Castle Ruins – Dunbar Battery loop from Broxmouth House

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Elevation 40 m

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Location: Dunbar, South Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom

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1. Dunbar Castle Ruins – Dunbar Harbour loop from Dunbar

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