Dirleton Castle

 

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There is currently no visitor access to the Guard House, South Entrance and De Vaux range. Find out more about our conservation work

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Opening times

There is currently no visitor access to the Guard House, South Entrance and De Vaux range.

1 Apr to 30 Sept: 
Daily, 9.30am to 5pm (last entry 4.30pm).

1 Oct to 31 Mar:
Daily except Thur & Fri, 10am to 4pm (last entry 3.30pm).

Closed for lunch 12.30pm to 1.30pm.

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