For information about sites closed due to conservation work, visit our page detailing the ongoing inspection programme and find out what sites have recently reopened on our History Awaits page.
Follow us on Twitter @welovehistory and check the hashtag #HSclosure for short notice closures due to adverse weather or other reasons beyond our control.
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Edinburgh Castle@edinburghcastlePlease note that the Queen Anne Tea Rooms will be closed all day tomorrow (Tue 31 Jan). We are sorry for any inconvenience caused. #HSclosure
30 January 2023 - 11:00 -
Historic Scotland@welovehistorySorry folks, we’ve had to close Maeshowe until 1pm due to high winds. (29/91). We’ll reassess then and provide a further update #HSclosure
29 January 2023 - 10:38 -
Historic Scotland@welovehistory
Good news! St Andrews Cathedral, museum and St Rules Tower have reopened earlier than anticipated and are now open to visitors #HSclosure
29 January 2023 - 10:16 -
Historic Scotland@welovehistory
Sorry folks, due to high winds Skara Brae will be closed to visitors today (29/01) however the visitor centre will remain open. #HSclosure
29 January 2023 - 10:12 -
Historic Scotland@welovehistory
Due to unforeseen circumstances, St Andrews Cathedral, Museum and St Rule's Tower will not be open this morning (29/01). We apologise for any inconvenience. Pre-booked ticket holders will be automatically refunded. #HSclosure
29 January 2023 - 09:16 -
Edinburgh Castle@edinburghcastle
Due to the high winds forecast for this Sunday (29 Jan) on that day we may need to delay opening of the Castle, or close the site during the day to ensure the safety of our staff and visitors. Please check our closure webpage and #HSclosure before travelling for your visit.
26 January 2023 - 15:00 -
Historic Scotland@welovehistory
Huntly Castle will be closed today (Sat 21 Jan) due to the weather conditions, but the visitor centre is open #HSclosure
21 January 2023 - 10:01 -
Historic Scotland@welovehistory
Unfortunately Urquhart Castle is closed again today (Sat 21 Jan) but the visitor centre and café are open #HSclosure https://t.co/C7rQwWbBtk
21 January 2023 - 09:28 -
Historic Scotland@welovehistory
Morning folks, Urquhart Castle is currently closed due to icy conditions (Fri 20 Jan). We'll keep you updated. #HSclosure
20 January 2023 - 10:05