About this place
One of Scotland’s largest tower houses, with an impressive portrait collection
- Stand before one of the largest tower houses in Scotland.
- Discover quirky features such as the Laird’s Lug, hidden trapdoors, secret staircases and a spy hole!
- Admire fascinating family treasures and portraits, including a Raeburn.
- Venture up to the top of the round tower for incredible views.
- The Sounds of Fraser, based on historic research, adds background atmosphere to each room.
Stand before one of the largest tower houses in Scotland, with a core that dates from as early as 1450. Explore the grand hall and towers, discovering the colourful history of the Fraser lairds.
The traditional walled garden is vibrant throughout the seasons, with specimen trees, herbaceous borders and a wide variety of fruits and vegetables. You can also enjoy some of the fresh produce in our recently refurbished courtyard tearoom.
The extensive parkland surrounding this fortified castle inspires imaginations of all ages. Two waymarked trails offer the chance to spot red squirrels, roe deer, buzzards and dragonflies.
Keep an eye on our regular events programme throughout the year at this atmospheric, family-friendly property.
Today's Opening Hours
- Castle, tearoom and shop
- 10.30–16.30 (last entry 15.30)
- Garden
- 10.00–16.00
- Grounds
- Dawn–dusk
Entry prices
- Adult
- £17.00
- Concession
- £13.50
- Family
- £38.50
- One adult family
- £33.00
- Young Scot
- £1.00
- Car park
- £5.00
Highlights
Did you know?
We decorate our rooms with historically accurate decorations at Christmas, from the medieval period to Georgian and Victorian times.
Venue hire
With its wonderful turrets, balustrades and gables, Castle Fraser is a perfect venue for fairytale weddings and corporate entertaining.
Stay for longer
To really make the most of the area, you can stay in East Wing, our beautiful holiday apartment at Castle Fraser.