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Castle of Mey and Gardens
Mey, Thurso
The most northerly castle on the Scottish mainland, it was built between 1566 and 1572. The castle was acquired by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother in 1952 and renovated and restored by her. For almost 50 years she spent every summer here.Sheltered by a 12-foot high wall from fierce winds and salt spray, this traditional two acre garden is a delight with its generous herbaceous border…
Opening Times
Open May to September. Closed 26th - 8th July incl. Open 7 days a week. Opening times - 10am to last entries at 4pm.
Contact
Castle of Mey and Gardens
The Castle of Mey
Mey
Thurso
Caithness
KW14 8XH
Mey
Thurso
Caithness
KW14 8XH
| Phone: | 01847 851473 |
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| Fax: | 01847 851475 |
| Email: | enquiries@castleofmey.org.uk |
| Website: | http://www.castleofmey.org.uk/ |
