Dumbarton Castle: Portcullis Gate

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Portcullis Arch, Dumbarton Castle © David Gill

The Portcullis Arch provides access from the lower part of Dumbarton Castle. It probably dates from the 14th century.

The castle is built next to the Clyde.

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Portcullis Arch, Dumbarton Castle © David Gill

Author: David Gill

David Gill is Honorary Professor in the Centre for Heritage at the University of Kent, and an Academic Associate in SISJAC at UEA; Professor of Archaeological Heritage.

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