Historic Environment Scotland is the lead public body set up to investigate, care for and promote Scotland’s historic environment.
From brochs, castles and palaces to abbeys, towers and tombs there are over 5000 years’ worth of history for you to enjoy.
Entrance Fees To Dumbarton Castle
Founded in the fifth century, Dumbarton was once the capital of the ancient Kingdom of Strathclyde. In the 19th century, the town became a centre for shipbuilding, glassmaking, and whisky production. Find out more with Visit Scotland’s Dumbarton Guide.
Dumbarton was once a centre of innovation in shipbuilding. The Denny Ship Model Experiment Tank invites visitors discover the pioneering experiments and techniques developed by William Denny and his brother in Dumbarton, which made waves in the shipbuilding industry from the 1800s to 1963.
SCHEDULE:
1 April to 30 September: Daily
1 October to 31 March: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday
CLOSURES: 25-26/12; 01-02/01 and selected dates
COMPLIMENTARY POLICY: One free tour leader ticket per group order.
NOTES:
All bookings (FIT’s & Groups) must be pre-booked with timeslot
Adverse weather or other reasons beyond their control may cause a site to close.
Ratios for groups travelling with children: Under 5s (1 adult for every 2 children), Ages 5-7 (1 adult for every 6 children), Ages 8-15 (1 adult for every 10 children).
