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Aberdour Castle And Garden

Boasts a delightful walled garden and terraces with beehive-shaped dovecot.

Aberdour Castle And Garden

The 13th century fortified residence of Aberdour was extended by the Douglases in the 15th, 16th and 17th centuries.

It boasts a delightful walled garden and terraces with beehive-shaped dovecot.

Highlights

  • The castle complex – a large and imposing suite of buildings ranging from the 12th to the 17th century.
  • The 12th-century hall-house – arguably the oldest standing stone castle in Scotland.
  • The painted ceiling in the east range – a precious survival from the early 17th century.
  • The 16th/17th-century gardens – walk through the fragrant walled garden and along the terraces overlooking the Forth and imagine the noble life of long ago.
  • St Fillan’s – don’t forget to visit this lovingly-restored 12th-century Norman church.
  • Guided tours in summer - please phone castle for details
Green Tourism Award - Gold

Location

Region – Kingdom of Fife
Postcode: KY3 0SL

Opening arrangements

Summer
1 April - 30 September, Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun, 9.30am - 5.30pm

Winter (Oct)
1 October - 31 October , Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun, 9.30am - 4.30pm

Winter (Nov-Mar)
1 November - 31 March , Mon Tue Wed Sat Sun, 9.30am - 4.30pm

Admission prices

All year
Adult £5.50, Child £3.30, Concession £4.40

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