Huntly Castle

Castle Avenue, Huntly, AB54 4SH

01466 793 191
 

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Please note there is currently no access to the top of the tower. 

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What will be open during your visit

  • All external spaces
  • First floor can be viewed from the second, one-way system in place
  • Car park available for those that have booked tickets
  • Shop
  • Accessible toilet

Some areas/facilities remain closed for now

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Opening times

Please note there is currently no access to the top of the tower. 

1 Apr to 30 Sept:
Daily, 9.30am to 5.30pm
Last entry 4.30pm

1 Oct to 31 Mar: 
Daily except Thur and Fri, 10am to 4pm
Last entry 3pm

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What's on at Huntly Castle

Three costumed performers in the grounds of Huntly Castle brandishing a knife, musket and sword

Holding the Castle for the King

Saturday 8 July 2023 to Sunday 9 July 2023

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