The driveway and gardens are open (last entry 4pm). The castle remains closed. This splendid ruin was once the luxurious Renaissance home and pleasure gardens of Regent Morton, at the time Scotland's most powerful man. Aberdour was originally built as a fortified residence in the 1100s, making it one of the oldest stone castles in the country. The fine painted ceilings dates from the 1600s.
Took my 5 year old grandson to Aberdour castle on Saturday and we both really enjoyed our visit. There is a car park within the grounds but you can also park at the nearby train station. The sun was shining which helped as we strolled around the beautiful gardens before entering the castle. As you walk into the entrance you pass the stable area which has realistic horse noises. Then through the open door which leads onto the pristine lawns and orchards. There is also a dove coot which is shaped similar to a large bee hive and steps which lead down into it. Once inside the castle walls there are several rooms to explore. Our favourite was geared towards children and provided drawing resources, books, dressing up costumes, games, bricks and make your own crown. It is not a big castle in size but it does offer child friendly amenities. There are clean toilets and a small shop which is pretty reasonable. Is it worth a visit? yes definitely.
Nice little castle. The ruin has been partially repaired. You can visit the grounds and walk through the two levels of the castle. One room on the first floor is nicely restored. You may see the Firth of Force from one of the windows. The gardens are lush and the apple orchard heavy with fruit. The dovecot looks like a bee hive. It is currently empty. You can park in the nearby carpark at the train station for free. There are only two charging stations. The walk to the castle is really short. You do have to pay but that's alright.
Aberdour castle is one of the oldest ones in the area. A big part of the castle was preserved and you can have an authentic medieval experience. There are very nice gardens around the castle which you can enjoy for free. The tickets and navigation booklets can be bought in the shop near the entrance. Pay attention to your time - the castle is closed after 16:30. The personnel pays attention to the timing and will politely ask you to leave if you overstay your welcome.
Quite nice place to visit in Small town of Aberdour, it's a lovely place nice garden, however felt as if it was a bit pricy for tickets... may be I am the only one thinking that... car park is small so, i would recommend parking near by the train station which is just few mins walking distance.
Beautiful castle and grounds including a lovely chapel which is still in use. The grounds are vast and full of character and you can just imagine people from hundreds of years ago walking around. There's a lovely orchard full of apple trees and even some bee hives for the bees who pollinate the trees. The best bit is, you can help yourself to over 20 different varieties of apple! Highly recommend if you are a history lover
Lovely castle and garden, ideal for a picnic day out.
On-site services
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Good for kids
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Took my 5 year old grandson to Aberdour castle on Saturday and we both really enjoyed our visit. There is a car park within the grounds but you can also park at the nearby train station. The sun was shining which helped as we strolled around the beautiful gardens before entering the castle. As you walk into the entrance you pass the stable area which has realistic horse noises. Then through the open door which leads onto the pristine lawns and orchards. There is also a dove coot which is shaped similar to a large bee hive and steps which lead down into it. Once inside the castle walls there are several rooms to explore. Our favourite was geared towards children and provided drawing resources, books, dressing up costumes, games, bricks and make your own crown. It is not a big castle in size but it does offer child friendly amenities. There are clean toilets and a small shop which is pretty reasonable. Is it worth a visit? yes definitely.
Nice little castle. The ruin has been partially repaired. You can visit the grounds and walk through the two levels of the castle. One room on the first floor is nicely restored. You may see the Firth of Force from one of the windows. The gardens are lush and the apple orchard heavy with fruit. The dovecot looks like a bee hive. It is currently empty. You can park in the nearby carpark at the train station for free. There are only two charging stations. The walk to the castle is really short. You do have to pay but that's alright.
Aberdour castle is one of the oldest ones in the area. A big part of the castle was preserved and you can have an authentic medieval experience. There are very nice gardens around the castle which you can enjoy for free. The tickets and navigation booklets can be bought in the shop near the entrance. Pay attention to your time - the castle is closed after 16:30. The personnel pays attention to the timing and will politely ask you to leave if you overstay your welcome.
Quite nice place to visit in Small town of Aberdour, it's a lovely place nice garden, however felt as if it was a bit pricy for tickets... may be I am the only one thinking that... car park is small so, i would recommend parking near by the train station which is just few mins walking distance.
Beautiful castle and grounds including a lovely chapel which is still in use. The grounds are vast and full of character and you can just imagine people from hundreds of years ago walking around. There's a lovely orchard full of apple trees and even some bee hives for the bees who pollinate the trees. The best bit is, you can help yourself to over 20 different varieties of apple! Highly recommend if you are a history lover
Lovely castle and garden, ideal for a picnic day out.
