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Broughty Castle is situated on a rock promontory with an imposing position at the mouth of the River Tay in the village of Broughty Ferry (now a suburb of Dundee City). Home to the 3 star Tourist Attraction, Broughty Castle Museum, this is one place which should feature highly on any list of places to visit in Dundee.
Broughty Castle History
Now cared for by Historic Scotland, Broughty Castle is a superb example of 16th century Scottish architecture. although King James II granted the fourth Earl of Angus permission in 1454 building did not commence until the end of the 15th century with the main building works completed around 1495 and the Gray family took up residence.
Although the castle has changed over the years the original building would have been extremely similar. Not long after completion, in 1547, Broughty Castle was surrendered to the English who remained there for about three years before it was recaptured by the Scottish (with French support). During the fighting severe damage was inflicted upon the keep. The damage was repaired but the castle was again under attack in 1651 during the Wars of the Three Kingdoms. In 1666 the castle was sold by the Gray family and by 1787 it was described as a ruin. In 1855 the War Office took ownership of the castle and in 1860 they set about rebuilding it. The rebuild included the addition, to the tower, of a new wing and courtyard.
Today Broughty Castle is cared for by Historic Scotland and is home to a superb museum run by Dundee City Council.
Contact
Broughty Castle Museum
Castle Approach
Broughty Ferry
Dundee DD5 2T
Free Admission to the museum!
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Getting To Broughty Castle
Broughty Castle is located only minutes from Broughty Ferry Beach and Esplanade and roughly 5 miles from Dundee, so it is extremely easy to get to.
Opening Times
April to September
Monday to Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm
Sunday, 12.30 pm to 4 pm
October to March
Tuesday to Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm
Sunday, 12.30 pm to 4 pm
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