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Mugdock Castle

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    1. Mugdock Castle, Craigend Castle & Craigallian Loch loop from Milngavie

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    February 11, 2018

    Mugdock Castle stands on a rocky promontory which rises gently on its eastern and southern approaches but falls steeply away to the north and west. Protection to the east, north and west was provided by Mugdock Loch which was much greater in size in the Middle Ages than it is today. A ridge of volcanic rock running from east to west just south of the Castle kept the water level high. This provided the Castle with a natural defence on three sides making it difficult for attackers to mount an assault.. When this was removed by blasting in Victorian times, the level dropped by two metres.

      May 7, 2019

      Mugdock Castle and country park is free to enter and has free parking. For opening times and more information, visit: mugdock-country-park.org.uk.

        February 23, 2015

        Beautiful old castle on the way behind Milngavie.

        Nice Castle on the way out of Mingavie.

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          Location: Strathblane, Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

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