Yes, there is parking onsite. Free parking in large car park on the castle grounds.

Are there toilets available?

Yes, there are toilets, accessible toilets and baby changing facilities.

Is Thirlestane Castle baby friendly?

Yes, there are baby changing facilities.

Can I bring my own food?

Yes, you can bring a picnic. There are baby food/milk warming facilities available.

Is there food available to buy?

Yes, there is an onsite restaurant and snacks are available.

Is Thirlestane Castle wheelchair friendly?

Yes, Thirlestane Castle is wheelchair friendly and has accessible toilets. There are rough paths around the grounds which may not be suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs in some weather conditions. Only two floors of the castle have level access for wheelchairs and pushchairs. The third floor is only accessible via a flight of stairs. The tea room, gift shop and toilets all have level access.

Is Thirlestane Castle pushchair friendly?

Yes, Thirlestane Castle have stated they are pushchair friendly.

Pets are allowed in the grounds but not inside the castle.

Thirlestane Castle | Day Out With The Kids

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Lauder
Indoor and Outdoor
All Ages
Castles and Palaces

Thirlestane Castle is a magnificent 16th Century Castle set in a quiet meadow landscape, the fairytale exterior makes it the perfect place for a magical day out.

Come and explore one of Scotland's oldest castles with all of its grandeur and majesticness. First take the I-Spy challenge, a fun game to help families uncover the secrets the castle holds! What will you spot? There is even a giant dolls house with some toys you can play with, great interactive history.

Then let the little ones loose on the adventure playground and take them on a lovely stroll on the riverside paths to let off a little steam. When you’re done get a yummy bite to eat in the tea room serving light lunches and snacks.

One of the oldest castles in Scotland
Beautiful artwork
Adventure playground & woodland walks

May - October:

Tuesday to Thursday 10:00 - 17:00

Sunday 10:00 - 17:00

Last Entry

The last entry time is 2 hours before closing time.

Adults: £8.00

Kids £3.50

Senior: £6.50

Family (2 adults, 3 kids): £20.00

Address

Thirlestane Castle, Lauder, Scottish Borders, TD2 6RU, Scotland

Phone number

01578 722430

Map

Website

Click here to visit Thirlestane Castle's website.

: Yes, there is parking onsite.
Free parking in large car park on the castle grounds.
: Yes, there are toilets, accessible toilets and baby changing facilities.
: Yes, there are baby changing facilities.
: Yes, you can bring a picnic.
There are baby food/milk warming facilities available.
: Yes, there is an onsite restaurant and snacks are available.
: Yes, Thirlestane Castle is wheelchair friendly and has accessible toilets.
There are rough paths around the grounds which may not be suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs in some weather conditions. Only two floors of the castle have level access for wheelchairs and pushchairs. The third floor is only accessible via a flight of stairs. The tea room, gift shop and toilets all have level access.
: Yes, Thirlestane Castle have stated they are pushchair friendly.
: Pets are allowed in the grounds but not inside the castle.