Hermitage Castle

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Overview

A vast, eerie ruin of the 14th and 15th centuries, associated with the de Soulis, the Douglases and Mary, Queen of Scots. Much restored in the 19th century.

Ratings & awards

Green Tourism Silver

Features

Opening Times
Opening Times: Open Apr-Sep, daily 9.30-5.30; Oct, daily 10-4 (last admission 30mins before close). Closed Nov-Mar. Check website for unexpected closures

Facilities
Parking onsite
Cafe

Location

HERMITAGE, TD9 0LU

About the area

Southern Scotland is often referred to as the Lowlands, to distinguish it from the mountainous grandeur of the North-West Highlands. But don’t be fooled by the description.

Hermitage Castle

HERMITAGE, TD9 0LU

01387 376222

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Hermitage Castle

Recommended by

Overview

A vast, eerie ruin of the 14th and 15th centuries, associated with the de Soulis, the Douglases and Mary, Queen of Scots. Much restored in the 19th century.

Features

Opening Times
Opening Times: Open Apr-Sep, daily 9.30-5.30; Oct, daily 10-4 (last admission 30mins before close). Closed Nov-Mar. Check website for unexpected closures
Facilities
Parking onsite
Cafe

Location

HERMITAGE, TD9 0LU

About the area

Southern Scotland is often referred to as the Lowlands, to distinguish it from the mountainous grandeur of the North-West Highlands. But don’t be fooled by the description.

Explore Scottish Borders