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Braemar Castle

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About Braemar Castle

Situated near the village of Braemar in Royal Deeside, this nearly 400-year-old, community-run castle offers clients a rich and authentic heritage experience. Built in 1628 by the 2nd Earl of Mar, Braemar Castle’s turbulent past spans the Jacobite Uprisings to the present day, brought to life through self-guided and guided tour options suitable for both FIT and group travel. Open year-round, the wider grounds enhance the visit with accessible paths, woodland and timeline trails, a restored Fog House, outdoor games, kitchen garden and picnic areas, alongside a welcome cabin and gift shop.

The castle and grounds are also available for private hire, including drinks receptions (up to 40 pax), falconry displays and marquee events. Located just a 15-minute walk from Braemar village, with on-site parking available, the castle is easy to combine with local dining and Royal Deeside touring, while every visit supports ongoing conservation as one of Scotland’s few community-owned castles.

Product Offering

Castle Tour

Duration: 1 hours
Availability: April - October
Group Size: 1–12 min/max (larger groups on request)

Inclusions:

Entry to the castle
Self-guided audio tour
Live guided tours (by prior arrangement)
Welcome cabin interpretation

Accessibility

Arrival & Grounds:

Accessible parking and drop-off available.
An “access for all” path links the car park, welcome cabin and castle exterior.
Grounds, woodland trail and outdoor interpretation are generally accessible on improved surfaces.

Visitor Facilities:

Welcome cabin has level access, with shop, interpretation and accessible toilets.

Castle Interior:

Limited access due to historic layout, steps and narrow staircases.
Not fully wheelchair accessible; some thresholds and internal areas may be challenging, particularly for electric wheelchairs.

Terms and Conditions

All visits must be booked in advance; fixed opening days will be advised.

Groups over 12 guests may be split, with tours starting 10 minutes apart.

Self-guided audio tours available via the Bloomberg Connects app.

Travel trade rates and payment terms available on request.

Cancellations: groups require 2 weeks’ notice; FIT bookings 48 hours.

Final numbers required 48 hours prior to visit.

Tour operator vouchers accepted.

Parking fees apply but are refundable with an admission ticket.

Coach parking must be pre-booked.

Accessibility Criteria

Disabled parking

Community or charity organisation involvement

Sustainability Criteria

Community or charity organisation partnerships

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