Great little castle with an interesting history. 'Tagged on to the side of the local shipyard and hidden behind trees from the main road. Clear the trees away and I am sure the visitor numbers will increase considerably
This is probably one of the best small castles I've been to. Very well maintained, friendly staff, and plenty to see. Lots of little nooks and crannies and numerous routes to explore for such a small place. The only downside was the scaffold, and a couple of closed off areas, but I'm sure they'll be open when we head back next year!
National Trust property so well looked after,having some rework ,easy parking,great position on banks of Clyde River.Often used as background in wedding pictures.Reputed to be haunted figure appeared in a wedding photo and she wasent an invited guest
I recently visited Newark Castle and really enjoyed it. It is steeped in history and there are several information boards located throughout. The location on the banks of the River Clyde is superb. The public transport links are pretty good. It is only ten minutes walk from Port Glasgow railway station and five minutes from the bus stop with regular services from Glasgow.
I love castles and this one is true to form . Very ornate and quirky , not like many other castles, in the fact that it does not have tourist trap written all over it. Loved visiting this castle , beautiful looking inside and out and a wonderful part of Scotlands history!
Before our visit I didn't really know what to expect --- perhaps it would be a total ruin. It turned out to be an intact and impressive building in a fine position on the Clyde. The lady at reception gave us a short, informative introduction which helped us appreciate what we were seeing as we walked round. It is really two castles from different dates. Interesting!
This castle is hidden in Port Glasgow. It is not well advertised and had an odd entrance through an industrial site. However, the castle and the grounds to the other side are glorious. The castle is under going work at the moment so we couldn't get to the battlements which was a pity but the rest of the castle was delightful. So many nooks and crannies to explore and play in. So many rooms and stairs. So well maintained. We'll be back.
Absolutely loved this 15th century castle. It is an undiscovered treasure easily missed from the road. It sits on the Firth of Clyde and offers stunning views across the water. Given its age it still has all its original beams within some of the rooms. It was the residence of Patrick Maxwell who had the reputation of being a murderer and wife beater. Very atmospheric and interesting castle. Definitely worth a visit.
It's small but interesting with lots of little "nooks and crannies" to explore. Definitely worth climbing the tight spiral staircase to the roof of the tower for the view. Good information displays giving the history of the castle and the area around it. Easily missed when travelling east as it's hidden by Ferguson's Shipyard - take the turn off for the Shipyard and turn right then 1st left to get to the spacious car park. You can also take a pleasant walk along the shore of the Clyde when you have finished visiting the castle.
Lovely place for a picnic on a sunny day, nice for weddings too. Very picturesque right beside the Clyde , picnic benches available but plenty of room for blankets on the grass.