Torhouse Stone Circle is a Bronze Age site near Wigtown in Dumfries and Galloway, with 19 granite stones around the edge and three upright stones at the centre. The circle is thought to be about 4,000 years old, though its original purpose is unknown. A short stop lets you walk among the stones and take in the quiet setting of fields. It suits a route between Wigtown and Stranraer; there is little else on site beyond the circle and an information plaque.
The circle and its stones
Torhouse Stone Circle stands near Wigtown in Dumfries and Galloway. Its ring is made up of 19 granite boulders, with three upright stones within the circle. The site is thought to date to about 4,000 years ago, in the Bronze Age.
The monument is simple to explore. You can walk around the ring and look at the stones from close by. An information plaque gives context, but there is little else on site, so plan this as a short stop rather than a full attraction.
What is known about its past
The circle’s original purpose is not known. In the 17th century, it was recorded as King Gauldus’s Tomb, a name linked to the mythical King Gauldus. That traditional association is not evidence of who built the monument or how it was used.
The surrounding fields give the site an open, peaceful setting. Sunrise and sunset are good times to take in the landscape. The area is also frequented by birds of prey, so look beyond the stones as you walk around.
FAQ
Where is Torhouse Stone Circle?
It is near Wigtown in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, on the route between Wigtown and Stranraer.
How old is Torhouse Stone Circle?
The circle is thought to be about 4,000 years old and dates to the Bronze Age.
Is there an entry fee?
Access is free.
Is parking available?
There is a small roadside parking area beside the site.
