Built around 1530, this residential tower boasts unusual defences and a rare caponier. Learn about the rise and fall of its architect and owner, James Hamilton of Finnart.The grounds are spacious and dogs are permitted, on lead, throughout the property.Whilst there, you can enjoy the ancient woodland of Nethan Gorge on your way to explore Nethan Water, a Site of Special Scientific Interest
Blackwood, Lesmahagow, Lanark ML11 9PL, United Kingdom
We visited not long after the castle was closed owing to badgers moving in, so were pleased that there was a badger themed quiz sheet to take around the castle with us.
Weather was poor, so we had the place to ourselves - lots to look at and a nice place to ramble for a few hours.
