Craigmillar Castle

Craigmillar Castle Road, Edinburgh, EH16 4SY

0131 661 4445
 

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Opening times

This site is open for you to enjoy but there are currently some access restrictions in place as a precautionary measure.

1 Apr to 30 Sept:
Daily, 9.30m to 5.30pm
Last entry 4.15pm

1 Oct to 31 Mar: 
Daily, 10am to 4pm
Last entry 3.15pm

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A family in the courtyard at Craigmillar Castle underneath a large tree

Craigmillar Festival

Saturday 1 July 2023 to Sunday 2 July 2023

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Awards & Accreditations

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Holyrood Abbey
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