| Address: | Brodick, Isle of Arran, KA27 8HY |
| Operated by: | National Trust for Scotland |
| Opening Hours: | April to June: Sat - Wed: 11am - 4pm July to August: Open Daily 11am - 4pm, September: Sat - Wed: 11am - 4pm October: Sat - Wed: 11am - 3pm |
| Admission: | Adult £11.50, Family £28, Concession £8.50 |
| Parking: | Yes |
| Languages: | Information leaflets available in several languages |
| Accessibility: | Yes |
| Toilets: | Yes, also disabled toilets |
| Shop: | Yes |
| Cafe/Restaurant: | Yes |
The castle is believed to have been built on the site of a Viking fortress and some parts of the structure may date back to the 13th century. The oldest parts that can be dated with certainty date from the late 1500’s, but the majority of the building is of a quite luxurious 1800’s design. The contents are magnificent and include superb silver, porcelain, paintings and lots of stuffed animals. It was the ancient seat of the Dukes of Hamilton, and was the home of the Duke and Duchess of Montrose until 1957.
The woodland garden is home to an internationally acclaimed rhododendron collection. The walled garden dating from 1710 has been restored to recreate its Victorian appearance. There are several marked paths through the grounds and there is a small adventure playground that will entertain the children. Try to find the Bavarian Summerhouse in the woods, it has an unusual pine cone decorated interior.
Keep a look out for red squirrels in the woodlands behind the Countryside Ranger’s Office. If you like the squirrels you might also enjoy the amazingly tame little birds that will join you for tea and cakes on the tables outside the castle’s café.
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