Waughton Castle

[1] The ruins are on a rock terrace, which is about 15 feet higher than the surrounding ground to the west and south.

The remains of a small tower, at the south-west angle, and which is built of rubble with freestone dressing, stand up to 25 feet in height.

A wall has been built to east and north of the rock, with a structure at the angle, but they are believed to date from later.

[1] Patrick Hepburn Laird of Waughton was a supporter of Mary, Queen of Scots, and it was said she visited the castle from Seton Palace and took part in an archery match.

[4] James VI made a hunting trip to the area in February 1595, planning to visit Dunglass, Spott, Beil, Waughton, and Seton.