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Loch Doon Castle is free to visit and open year-round.

How to get here

Turn right 2 miles south of Dalmellington on the A713 on to an unclassified road signed for Loch Doon.

Parking available.

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Address

Near Dalmellington
Ayrshire

National Grid reference:

NX 484 950

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