Castles - Each with their Own Personality

The abbey was founded in 1163 by Walter Fitzalan, First Lord Seneschale of Scotland. Paisley was originally a monastery in which 13 monks lived. In 1219, Paisley became a full abbey. During the 13th century, the abbey accepted many young people for study, among them was William Wallis, later the national hero of Scotland.
Among the important historical relics kept in the church, an important place is occupied by the Celtic cross, dating back to the 10th century.
Parking is available accross street. Also, please note that the interiors of the Abbey are open to the public only from Wednesday to Friday.

This building is only the palace of the governor of the castle, Governor's House, built in the 18th century. In fact, it was not a castle but rather a fortress, the main structures of which were located between the two peaks of the rock.
It is believed that Dumbarton is the oldest fortification in Britain, whose history dates back to the middle of the 5th century. The name “Dambarton” comes from “Dun Breatann”, which means “fortress of the Britons”. The fortification here was still at the beginning of the first millennium. From here, the Romans began to build the wall of Anthony.