Ravenscraig Castle

  • Kirkcaldy, Fife

Getting here

Ravenscraig Castle

On the eastern outskirts of Kirkcaldy, off the A955 Dysart Road.

Parking available at Ravenscraig Park and from there follow the directional signage to the castle.

Grid reference - NT 290 924

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Opening times

1 Apr to 30 Sept:
Daily, 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry 4pm

1 Oct to 31 March:
Closed

Minor access restrictions in place. Please note, the drawbridge is closed. Access to the castle is by the staircase in the moat.

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