Dirleton Castle

Plan your visit

Due to industrial action taking place across the country, this site will be closed on Wednesday 1 February.

Due to access restrictions in place as a precautionary measure while we undertake high level masonry inspections, there is currently no visitor access to the castle or doocot. Find out more about our conservation work

The gardens, exhibition and shop are open.

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Opening times

Due to industrial action taking place across the country, this site will be closed on Wednesday 1 February.

Due to access restrictions in place as a precautionary measure while we undertake high level masonry inspections, there is currently no visitor access to the castle or doocot.

The gardens, exhibition and shop are open.

1 Apr to 30 Sept:
Daily, 9.30am to 5pm
Last entry 4.30pm

1 Oct to 31 Mar:
Daily except Thur and Fri, 10am to 4pm
Last entry 3.30pm

Closed for lunch 12 noon to 1pm.

We recommend booking online in advance to guarantee entry.

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