St Andrews Castle
- Opening times: 09:30–18:30
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On a headland to the north of St Andrews stand the ruins of the town’s castle, the main residence of the bishops and archbishops of St Andrews – the focal point of the Church in medieval Scotland. Today, explore the underground 16th-century siege mine and countermine, and the ‘bottle dungeon’. There is a visitor centre with exhibition and a children’s trail.
• In St Andrews on the A91 • Open all year • Admission: Adult £5.20 Child £2.60 Concessions £4.20 Joint ticket with the Cathedral: Adult £7.20 Child £3.60 Concessions £5.20 • VisitScotland grading ★★★★
Find out more about St Andrews Castle at historic-scotland.gov.uk
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Events at St Andrews Castle (The Scores, St Andrews)
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| Protestant martyr George Wishart is awaiting death by burning at the stake and tells of the events that led up to his unfortunate situation. View full details |
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| St Andrews Castle | 7 Jul–8 Jul Sat & Sun 11am–3pm | 01334 477196 £5.50 as part of castle admission (£4.40; Children £3.30; Members free) |
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| Come to the beautiful surroundings of St Andrews Castle and enjoy Shakespeare's silliest but most beautiful play. You'll need a lawn-friendly item to sit on and are invited to bring a picnic. Hot and cold drinks will be available. View full details |
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| St Andrews Castle | 7 Jun–8 Jun Thu & Fri 7.30pm | 01334 477196 £13.50 (Concession & children £9; Family £40) |
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| The man behind the Roman Catholic church in Scotland, Cardinal Beaton, speaks about how he got to be in such a position and the events that lead to his eventual downfall and murder. View full details |
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| St Andrews Castle | 14 Jul–15 Jul Sat & Sun 11am–3pm | 01334 477196 £5.50 as part of castle admission (£4.40; Children £3.30; Members free) |
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| The beautiful surroundings of St Andrews Castle form an ideal backdrop for Shakespeare's best-loved weepie. No seating is supplied, so you'll need something lawn-friendly to sit on; picnics are welcome. Hot and cold drinks are available. View full details |
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| St Andrews Castle | 9 Jun 7.30pm | 01334 477196 £13.50 (Concession & children £9; Family £40) |
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