Blackness Castle (Historic Scotland)

Blackness Castle
nr Linlithgow
Lothian
EH49 7NH
Scotland

Website

www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/properties_sites_detail?propertyID=PL_035

Telephone

01506 834807

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Built in the 15th century by one of Scotland’s most powerful families, the Crichtons, Blackness was never destined as a peaceful lordly residence; its enduring roles were those of garrison fortress and state prison.

Venue Type:

Museum, Historic house or home, Castle or defences

 Opening hours

Open All Year (Winter closed all day Thursday & Friday)

Summer
1 April to 30 September
Monday to Sunday 9.30am to 6.30pm
Last tickets sold at 6pm

Winter
1 October to 31 March
Monday to Sunday 9.30am to 4.30pm
Last tickets sold at 4pm

Christmas and New Year Period
Closed 25th, 26th December and 1st, 2nd January.

 Admission charges

2006:
Adult £3.50
Child £1.50
Concessions £2.50

Additional info

Access: There are display boards around the lawn although uneven ground and cobbles make it difficult for visitors using wheelchairs.

There are gravel paths around the lawn and there is some fine shrubbery in the grounds. The castle has spectacular views across to the Fife coast and Forth bridges.

Parking is available at the site. Visitors with disabilities can be set down closer. Toilets are not adapted.

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