What is recorded here
Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records 'auchinbetrig', Solwaybank as Tower House (medieval). The official map says its point is accurate as follows: NGR given to the nearest 100m. The record does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.
Auchinbetrig, Solwaybank is a medieval tower house believed to have been built by the Maxwell family in the 15th or 16th century. It is important as an example of Scottish border architecture and reflects the strategic and defensive needs of the region during periods of conflict with England.
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