Broughty Castle, Dundee, United Kingdom

Broughty Castle was erected in 1490 by the 2nd Lord Gray, on a charter from James IV, in response to increased English naval activity. It was taken without a shot fired by the English in 1547, and reclaimed by the Scots two and a half years later. The castle fell back into English hands in 1651.

In 1860 the threat of French invasion prompted Broughty’s conversion from a ruin to a modern artillery defence. The castle was further altered in response to the German threat in the two world wars.

The castle now houses a museum run by Leisure and Culture Dundee. It contains displays on the life and times of Broughty Ferry, its people, the local environment and the wildlife.

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Magic Mark (4 months ago)
Free entry and well worth a visit. Observation area at the top of a spiral staircase. Small gift shop and clean, modern toilets.

Caitlin Bryce (5 months ago)
We had a lovely day out to the Broughty Castle Museum. We have visited Broughty Ferry many times throughout the years and never knew this was here. Lovely little museum and free entry which is great too! I would say that the castle and museum could do with a little updating inside and out but it’s free so it’s okay! Some great artefacts to see and a lovely donation box which has a working fishing mechanism. Lovely old Provost Lamp too and art gallery upstairs. No disabled access and very narrow steps at the entrance.

Alex (5 months ago)
It's a very interesting museum. Very beautiful view of the river bank. Entrance is free. 4 floors, each with different expositions. It's a very steep staircase!

Gazz Hindley (6 months ago)
Well what a great place to visit and views. The staff were great and jolly bunch of 3 Musketeers who welcome me and informative and creative making Dolphins. The story,history told by exhibits were all informative and what I loved is seeing young children taking a interest. So if you like a free museum and history you can't miss this. May it continue. Thanks from a fellow traveller.

Johnny Solar (6 months ago)
The view from the castle across Broughty Ferry Beach is stunning. Castle entrance is free. Nice exhibition. Be aware there are 4 flights of stairs. Not for the less mobile.

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