Thank you for your feedback regarding your recent visit to Bothwell Castle. This is not the experience we would ever wish to present to our visitors. As a result to your complaint we are going to carry out a review of first impressions, this will include customer service and welcome signs. Once again thank you for taking the time to feedback your comments and please be assured that we will do all possible to improve aspects of the service operation at Bothwell Castle.
went to see as its one of my family names. charging a fee for something that's not much to see besides the outside. Gentleman in the shop most helpful.
This castle was interesting in itself, but the host provided a most detailed and interesting history that helped bring it to life. The castle is along the Clyde, and built of red sandstone (direct from the river bank). It's history is one of the more interesting of the castles we toured, being very central to the Scottish Wars for Independence.
As others have stated, it's currently being restored so you can only explore about half of the castle right now. Even so, much has been destroyed over the years, so it's not the best example of a Scottish castle anyway. However, the gentleman who worked there was absolutely wonderful. He helped us decided what kind of Historic Scotland pass to buy for the amount of time we were going to be in the country and definitely saved us over $100!
I was here on a very hot day. I had a great time Its free but, If you want to go and walk in side the castle let me let you its cost 4.50 and its not worth it. Just go and walk around the castle its self and take some photos like I did. There also a river there go down and see for your self. I spend in all 40 mins. There no shops there bring your own foods and drinks.
End of September 2014 - charging full price entry to the castle whilst most of it is under repair is poor, there's as much to see outside the castle as inside right now. Worth a visit on a nice day, but be warned there's about 10 mins worth of interest inside right now.
This historic castle is tucked away in Lanarkshire and many people are probably unaware of it's existence.It is a great place to visit yourself or with the kids or grand kids.There are often events taking place at the castle so it's worth checking with Historic Scotland to see when these are on.
Will be back hopefully when the work is finished but in spite of the renovations still enjoyed the visit. The chap in the shop this afternoon (oct 14th) was great - very friendly and informative and he helped to make the visit worthwhile - he is a credit to Historic Scotland.
This is an impressive and huge castle ruin.A friendly staff member gave us information that made our visit more enjoyable.My grandchildren had a great time with the quiz sheet.A wedding party was in progress that added a special touch to our visit.Take a bit of time and absorb the history of this great ruin.
Quite an impressive castle, let down by our bad timing as large sections are closed off to the public for restoration and repairs. We'll definitely go back next year when hopefully we'll get full access. With so much closed off, maybe Historic Scotland should be charging a reduced rate?