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Last updated on 20 November 10

Castle of Mey

  • Castle of Mey, Highlands Photograph © Castle of Mey

Gardenvisit Editorial

The Castle of Mey (formerly Barrogill Castle) is a late sixteenth century castle dramatically situated on the coast on the northern most tip of Scotland (6 miles from John O'Groats). It was purchased by the Queen Mother (1900-2002) in 1952, the year of the death of her husband King George VI. She gifted the estate to The Castle of Mey Trust in 1996. The location is extremely exposed and the 2 acre walled garden is protected by a 12ft wall.

Head Gardener's Comment

Private garden tours starting at 4.00 pm with the Head Gardener are available on 6 and 14 July, 17 and 25 August, 7 and 15 September 2011 at £8.50 per person. These tours must be booked and paid for in advance. Tel: 01847 851531 to book.

Address - Mey, nr Thurso, Highlands, Scotland, KW14 8XH
Opening times - 1st May to 30 September inclusive. Closed 28 July to 8 August inclusive. Daily 10.00 am to 5.00 pm. (Castle 10.20 to last entry 4.00 pm.) Easter opening in 2011: 22nd to 25th April inclusive.
Admission - Adult: Castle & Garden £9.75 Concession £8.75 Children £5 Family £25 Garden and animal centre only £5 each, Family £15.00. Children under 5 free Parking free
Website - Visit the Castle of Mey website