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Crathes Castle, Garden & Estate
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- 16th century painted ceilings
- Semi-natural broadleaf woods, marshes, ponds and stream each with its own associated wildlife
- Haunted!
One of the most beautiful and best preserved castles in Scotland set against a magnificent garden with its world-renowned June Border. Occupied by the Burnetts of leys for over 350 years the castle, garden and estate are a must see for any visitor to the north-east of Scotland.
The Horsemill book & gift shop is an exciting new addition to Crathes offering a wide selection of books for sale from Scottish interest to cookery, gardening and humour. Both the Horsemill Shop and Courtyard Catering facilities are open daily throughout the year.
Castle
Jan, Feb & Mar: Sat& Sun 10.30 to 3.45 (Guided tours every 30 minutes, last tour at 3)
April & May: Sat to Thurs 10.30 to 4.30 (last entry at 3.45)
June, July & Aug: daily 10.30 to 5 (last entry at 4.15)
Sept & Oct: Sat to Thurs 10.30 to 4.30 (last entry at 3.45)
Nov & Dec: Sat& Sun 10.30 to 3.45 (Guided tours every 30 minutes, last tour at 3)
Open daily during Easter, October & Christmas holidays. Please contact property for details.
Courtyard Cafe & Horsemill Gift Shop
Jan, Feb & Mar: daily 10.00 to 4.00
April & May: daily 10.00 to 5.00
June, July & Aug: daily 10.00 to 5.30
Sept & Oct: daily 10.00 to 4.30
Nov & Dec: daily 10.00 to 4.00
(Last orders in the Cafe are 15 minutes before closing time)
Crathes is closed on 24, 25 & 26 December and 1 & 2 January.
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