See for yourself why this mighty fortress is known as ‘the ship that never sailed’ – with its pointed stem, square stern and tall mast. Delve into a site that saw a great deal of action during the Wars of Independence with England. Bothwell Castle, built on a grand scale in the late 1200s, was hotly fought over. Contrast the peacefulness of the abbey with the conflict that the monks’ loyalty to Robert the Bruce attracted. Find out how the fortunes of this fortress – residence damaged by Cromwell were revived by its new owners. Contrast the beauty of this rediscovered treasure with the notoriety of its most famous noble resident. Discover the last of the grand medieval castles, set high on a cliff edge and featuring a massive curtain wall.