Comlongon Castle, Tower house in Ruthwell, Scotland
The red sandstone tower measures 15 by 13 meters with 18 meters in height, featuring thick walls and multiple chambers across its floors.
The Murray family received the Comlongon lands in the early 14th century through Thomas Randolph, who granted them to his nephew William Murray of Cockpool.
The first floor hall contains a large fireplace adorned with carved Royal Arms of Scotland and decorated corbels displaying heraldic symbols.
The castle entrance includes an original iron lattice gate leading to a vaulted cellar containing a well and two spiral staircases.
The structure stands on a stone foundation specifically designed to support its weight on formerly marshy grounds near Lochar Moss.
Location: Dumfries and Galloway
Location: Ruthwell
Part of: Comlongon Castle & Mansion House
GPS coordinates: 55.00660,-3.44092
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:34
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