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About this property
Fairytale-like turrets, gargoyles of fantastic design and the ancient Horn of Leys given in 1323 by Robert the Bruce are just a few of the features of this historic castle.

The Crathes gardens and estate are ideal for a family day out. A delight at any time of year, the famous gardens feature great yew hedges and colourful double herbaceous borders.

Further afield, the 595-acre estate offers six separate trails to enjoy.

Crathes Castle is one of the best places in Scotland to look out for bats. To find other bat 'hotspots' visit www.bigbatmap.org.

Did you know?

You can see the Burnetts' traditional badge as Royal Foresters, the Horn of Leys, given to Alexander Burnard by Robert the Bruce in 1323

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Opening times

Crathes Castle, Garden and Estate
Garden and Estate: all year, daily 9-sunset.
Castle: 3 Jan to 31 Mar, Sat/Sun 10.30-3.45; 1 April to 31 Oct, daily 10.30-4.45; 1 Nov to 23 Dec*, Sat/Sun 10.30-3.45.
Café: 3 Jan to 31 Mar, Tue-Sun 10-4; 1 Apr to 31 Oct, daily 9.30-5; 1 Nov to 23 Dec*, Tue-Sun 10-4.
Shop: 3 Jan to 31 Mar, Tue-Sun 10-4; 1 Apr to 31 Oct, daily 10-5; 1 Nov to 23 Dec*, Tue-Sun 10-4.

* Castle, Shop and Courtyard Cafe also open daily 27-31 December.

Last admission to castle 45 mins before closing.

Tel. 0844 493 2166

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