Backyard Castles – Dundonald Castle

Follow in the footsteps of King Robert II as you visit his favorite fortress, Dundonald Castle. A stronghold which has kept guard from this hilltop over the Firth of Clyde for more than 2,000 years. Join David as he walks you through the history of this fantastic site.

This is a video created as part of our Backyard Castles: Southern Scotland project. 

https://youtu.be/xdW23wUNA7A

To learn more:

Dundonald Castle – http://www.dundonaldcastle.org.uk/

Archaeology Scotland – https://archaeologyscotland.org.uk/

Castle Studies Trust – http://www.castlestudiestrust.org/

The Castle Studies Trust is entirely reliant on donations from the general public.

If you would like to help continue its work and gain the chance to come along to one of our exclusive open days, you can make a donation at: https://mydonate.bt.com/charities/castlestudiestrust

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