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Lauriston Castle

null The castle stands in thirty acres of tranquil grounds enjoying a magnificent view across the Firth of Forth. It was built about 1590 for Sir Archibald Napier and extended in the 1820s. The beautifully preserved interiors were richly decorated and furnished between 1902-1926, in Edwardian taste, by its last owners, Mr and Mrs W.R.Reid, who also simplified the Victorian gardens, designed during the 1840s by the architect W.H.Playfair.

With its calm, tranquil atmosphere, and stunning views across the Firth of Forth, Lauriston is the perfect place to escape from the bustle of the city centre. Enjoy a woodland walk, a visit to our award-winning Japanese garden, or step back in time and experience what life was like in an Edinburgh middle-class home at the beginning of the 20th century.

Groups of 10 or more must pre-book.

For more information on tours and to pre-book a group tour please contact Lauriston Castle.


Free Entry
You save:Adult £5 Child: £3
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Visitor Information

Opening Days/Times
Guided tour of Castle: 2pm
Summer, 1 Apr - 31 Oct: Sat - Thur, 2pm
Winter, 1 Nov - 31 Mar: Sat - Sun, 2pm
Tour duration: Approx 45-50 mins
Grounds: Open from dawn till dusk, Free

Distance from City Centre
4.3 miles/ 6.9 km

Buses
Lothian Bus 21, 41, 42 to Davidson's Mains, or Lothian Bus 16, 27, 29, 37 to Silverknowes Terminus then a short walk from there

Contact Information

Lauriston Castle
Cramond Road South
Davidson's Mains
Edinburgh
EH4 5GD

Telephone
0131 336 2060

Email and Web Site
lauristoncastle@edinburgh.gov.uk
http://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/directory_record/5047/lauriston_castle