The castle and immediate grounds are closed due to 'safety issues'. These same issues are at most Historic Scotland sites . A fence prevents access all around the castle although the car park nearby is still open. You can walk the section near the Clyde River and see the castle but just can't get up close.

What a great day out!! Admission was £3 each and it was dog friendly. Has a souvenir shop and toliet facilities. The lady was great amd friendly. The castle was so nice to see and plenty information/history available regarding the castle. Tgere is a lovely trail to walk beside the river clyde. The autumn colours were great. We had a fabulous day out and couldnt recommend it more. This is my kind of day out. My dog had a great time too. Bring your walking boots and have a great time

Unfortunately like a lot of historic buildings in Scotland, it is under repair and not open, but it is still worth a visit.

Interesting castle with plenty of historical longevity set in some lovely grounds. Some of the masonry and architecture is very different and reminiscent of the different phases of its life. Easy enough Pushchair and Disabled access to the courtyard, with some toilets on-site too and a small shop. The interior is calm and there are places and benches to relax. There was building work when we were there and you cannot access some areas, which was unfortunate, though it would be better when complete.

Wonderful place, unfortunately it is closed till late August

Stunning castle sitting next to the river clyde. Quite alot remains considering it was besieged 6 times. Well worth the visit and some nice walks along the river as well.

Loved this castle even though it had a fence around for safety...there's a carpark..great place to go for a walk..woods beside and water..trails to follow..

Great wee castle to walk around. Didn't get to go in due to lockdown but still gorgeous!

Grand castle originally started in the late 13th century. Suffered several sieges and is now in ruins, but with huge upstanding remains. There are toilets and the shop had a hot drinks machine and a few snacks. Glad we stopped off on our way north.

Bothwell Castle is sited on a high, steep bank, above a bend in the River Clyde in  South Lanarkshire. It is located about 10 miles (16 km) south-east of Glasgow. Construction of the castle was begun in the 13th century by the ancestors of Clan Murray, to guard a strategic crossing point of the Clyde. Bothwell played a key role in Scotland's wars of independence, changing hands several times. The huge cylindrical donjon was built in the 13th century, but before the rest of the castle was completed it was severely damaged in a series of sieges. Rebuilding in the early 15th century enlarged the castle, but it was abandoned by the 18th century. The present ruin is rectangular, with the remains of the donjon to the west, and the later Great Hall to the east. The courtyard is enclosed by long curtain walls, with round towers at the south-east and south-west corners. The castle was described by Scottish archaeologist William Douglas Simpson as one of the "foremost secular structures of the Middle Ages in Scotland".

We walked from Livingstone’s birthplace in Blantyre up towards Blantyre Priory ruins and we had great views of Bothwell Castle from the opposite bank of the River Clyde. Great views of the castle but walking boots needed as the paths were quite steep in places and muddy.

Some repair work being undertaken which means limited access inside (entry price as a result is only £3). I'd recommend a walk round the outside of the castle (which is free)

Wonderful building. We only walked around the outside area but it still made a big impression on us.

Lovely grounds outside. Took a walk around castle before going in. Plenty of walks about along the Clyde. Castle itself is mostly wall. Not many nooks and crannys to explore. Story boards dotted around. Benches to sit on soaking in the history. Part of building has scaffolding on it at the moment. The ticket shop has some gifts and snacks. Lots of birds nesting. Lovely place.

Bothwell Castle is hidden away behind the leafy suburbs of Bothwell and Uddingston. Clearly marked signs will take you there in no time. The castle dates back to the 13th century and is very impressive to see. Alas, for many years there has been ongoing work to preserve the structure and some parts are surrounded by scaffolding. It's a relatively cheap castle to go inside. There's not a huge amount to see but it's worth a wee wander. Outside the castle and free to all are wonderful nature trails through the forests and down by the river Clyde. A real hidden gem of a castle.

Doing some to the castle not open yet but lovely place to and view and nice walks

I love going walks here with my family, so family friendly open easy to have picnic

Beautiful grounds. Unfortunately, it’s closed for upkeep.

Fantastic place for a relaxing walk. Castle and grounds clean, idy and great for photographs. Recommend this place for a relaxing walk. The river flowing behind castle has a nice walk along its banks. Go for a visit, I'll go back!!

Lovely walks around it - beside the river is a good spot for wild garlic picking. The one start lost is because we have going there for over a year and no change in the castle renovation.

Had an amazing time when I visited here, admittedly that was several years ago but it’s still a wonderful place to see and it’s right on our doorstep. When it reopens definitely give it a visit.