Kisimul Castle

Kisimul Castle is on a small islet in Castlebay, just off the Isle of Barra – a 5-minute crossing in a small boat from Castle Slip Landing, Castlebay.

Call 01871 810 313 for sailing times.

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Carers' tickets

Visitors with disabilities are charged standard admission rates (adult/concession/child). Proof of disability is not required. Up to two accompanying carers receive free entry per transaction.

Assistance dogs are permitted at all our sites and within roofed areas.

Parking

On-street parking is available near the jetty.

Approach to site

A small boat ferries visitors to the island. Visitors must be able to step into and out of the boat. Call 01871 810 313 for sailing times.

The mainland jetty has no steps but is steeply sloped. There are 8 stone steps from the island jetty up into the castle courtyard.

Visitor centre

The shop is within the castle, across the uneven courtyard from the steps to the jetty.

Monument

All the buildings are reached from the castle courtyard via uneven steps. The routes around the site are mostly gravel.

The tower and walkway are reached by two flights of stone and timber stairs. Inside the tower, a set of steep timber steps leads to the first floor, and a set of stone steps to the second floor.

The castle has several very low doors.

Toilets

Barra has no adapted toilet.