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Stirling Castle

Stirling Castle
Old Town
Stirling, FK8 1EJ
Phone: 01786 450000
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Perched high upon a mighty rock, it was here the kings and queens of Scotland held magnificent feasts and celebrations. Royal stronghold, palace of pleasures, regimental garrison – Stirling Castle has played many roles. And on the sweeping plains beneath its ramparts great medieval armies clashed to decide the fate of nations.

Enjoying a Visit

Visit the superb exhibition which brings the castle’s history to life. Explore at your own pace with the audio tour. Virtual tour enables anyone with difficulty moving around to make the most of their visit. Admission includes a guided tour of Argyll’s Lodging.

Access

Courtesy bus for visitors who have difficulty with steep inclines/steps. Apartments in the castle are accessible apart from the Museum of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders. Medieval kitchens and Elphinstone Tower not suitable for visitors using wheelchairs.

Gifts & refreshments

Shops contain a variety of souvenirs, books, whisky, jewellery and tapestry products. Unicorn Café provides a delicious menu of traditional hot and cold food.

Visit…

  • At the head of Stirling’s historic Old Town off the M9, Junction 9 or 10
  • Open all year seven days a week. 21 March - 30 September 9.30am to 6pm. 1 October - 31 March 9.30am to 5pm. Last ticket sold 45 mins before closing. Regimental Museum closes 45 mins before castle
  • Admission: Adult £8.50 Child £4.25 Concessions £6.50
  • Car parking, max 4 hours. Cars £2.00. Coach parking, max 4 hours. Coaches £5.00
  • VisitScotland grading ★★★★★

Find out more about Stirling Castle at historic-scotland.gov.uk

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Hand Puppet History
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Hamish the Highlander tells the story of the Jacobites, Janette the Witch casts spells (well, what else would she do? She's a witch) and Pickles the bear tells what it's like to be the last bear in Scotland. Puppet-mediated history-jinks for the whole family.
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Stirling Castle 16 Feb17 Feb Thu & Fri noon–4pm 01786 450000 £13 (£10; Children £6.50)

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