Crookston Castle Archaeological Site
Medieval tower house overlooking Glasgow's suburb
A medieval ruin on Glasgow's west side, Crookston Castle features curtain walls and a tower with views over surrounding suburbs; history walkers and locals visit the grounds.
Crookston Castle at a Glance#
Address: Crookston Castle, Pollok Country Park area, Glasgow G52 3UZ, United Kingdom
Website: https://www.historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/crookston-castle/
Hours: Site open daily (grounds)
Admission: Free (managed ruins)
How to Get to Crookston Castle#
Crookston Castle is accessible from Glasgow city centre by local bus services toward Pollok and Cardonald; the site is within walking distance of a number of suburban stops and also reachable by car with nearby parking in the surrounding parklands.
Tips for Visiting Crookston Castle#
- Take the 10 or 7 bus from central Glasgow and ask the driver to stop at Crookston for the castle - the stop is close to the ruins.
- Visit in late afternoon when the low light picks out the worn stonework; children enjoy the battlements but supervise them near the open drops.
- Historic Environment Scotland manages the site - check their website for any temporary closures or events.
Best Time to Visit Crookston Castle#
Crookston Castle's grounds are pleasant to visit in late spring through early autumn; always check HES listings for specifics.
Weather & Climate near Crookston Castle#
Crookston Castle's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 19°C. Abundant rainfall (1139 mm/year), wettest in January.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 1° - 7° | 0° | 131 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.6h |
| February | Poor | 1° - 7° | 1° | 92 mm | overcast | 94% | 4.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.4h |
| March | Poor | 2° - 9° | 2° | 101 mm | overcast | 91% | 4.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 4° - 12° | 5° | 59 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.9 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Acceptable | 6° - 15° | 11° | 61 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.7 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.0h |
| June | Good | 9° - 17° | 13° | 60 mm | overcast | 85% | 3.5 m/s | 1.2 high | 17.1h |
| July | Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 68 mm | overcast | 86% | 3.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 16.6h |
| August | Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 83 mm | overcast | 88% | 3.2 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 14.8h |
| September | Good | 9° - 16° | 12° | 109 mm | overcast | 90% | 3.7 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 6° - 13° | 7° | 128 mm | overcast | 92% | 3.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.3h |
| November | Poor | 3° - 9° | 3° | 125 mm | overcast | 94% | 3.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.1h |
| December | Poor | 2° - 7° | 1° | 122 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.9h |
