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Lochleven Castle

Castle & Historic Landmark · Perthshire, Scotland

Lochleven Castle is a castle & historic landmark in Perthshire, Scotland. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £11 · Child £6.50 · Family £35
Checked on the official page: adult £11 walk-up (£10 online), child 7-15 £6.50 (£6), concession £9 (£8). Choose a boat time when booking; seats are limited. Family figure is 2 adults + 2 children.
Opening timesApr-Sep daily 10am, last outward sailing 3.30pm; October last sailing 2pm; closed 1 Nov to 31 Mar.
Best time to goSummer; boat from Kinross.
School holiday tipLate August is the sweet spot for English/Welsh visitors: Scottish schools are back by mid-August while England/Wales are still on holiday. Early July is the Scottish local peak, so go midweek.
Best agesAbout 5+; steps and uneven ground, so check pram access
If it rainsMixed: walls and courtyards are outdoors, some rooms give shelter
Money saverCheck membership value (English Heritage, National Trust, HES, Cadw); family tickets usually beat singles.
Top tipsIsland castle where Mary Queen of Scots was imprisoned, reached by boat (HES).
What to packSturdy shoes, layers, picnic, carrier for toddlers

Details checked against the official website on 31 Oct 2026. Venue website or source

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