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The Queen Mother’s summer home and the most northerly castle on the UK mainland, the Castle of Mey stands in a magnificent setting on the Caithness coast with glorious views across the Pentland Firth towards Orkney. This 5 star visitor attraction has a Visitor Centre with Tearoom and Shop with quality gifts, Animal Centre and a wonderful walled garden.

01847 851473

enquiries@castleofmey.org.uk

Thurso, Caithness, KW14 8XH

Opening Hours:

Daily 1st May to 30th September

Closed 25th July to 7th August

10.20am to 4.00pm

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