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Dundonald Castle

Winehouse Yett, Dundonald, Kilmarnock
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Important notice

The castle will be closed on Monday 22 and Tuesday 23 June.

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Admire this noble residence, once owned by Robert II, grandson of Robert the Bruce and founder of the Stewart royal dynasty.

Visit Dundonald Castle

We work with Friends of Dundonald Castle at this site. Historic Scotland Members visit for free.
Find out more about a visit to Dundonald Castle
Top-down aerial view of the castle ruins and surrounding grassy area, with footpaths and a car park visible nearby.
Aerial view of the castle ruins with a large green courtyard area, overlooking a town and wide rural landscape.
A dimly lit castle interior wall with a high arched window barred with iron grilles, catching bright light from outside.
A low-angle view of the castle’s rough stone wall rising above tall grass, with a wide landscape and cloudy blue sky in the background.