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Tantallon Castle
A red sandstone clifftop ruin east of North Berwick, once a Douglas stronghold, looking straight out to the Bass Rock. Children can climb onto the battlements and explore the remaining towers; some areas are shut for conservation work.
📍 North Berwick, Scotland · EH39 5PN
PaidOutdoorPhoto: Richard Park
Visitor information
- Ages
- 4–16+
- Typical visit
- Half day
- Address
- Near North Berwick, East Lothian
- Opening times
- 1 Apr-30 Sep daily 09:30-17:00; 1 Oct-31 Mar daily 10:00-16:00; last entry 45 minutes before closing; closed 24-26 Dec and 1-2 Jan. Closed Thursday 15 and Friday 16 October. No access to east tower staircase, doocot and vaults (conservation work).
⚠️ Opening times, prices and seasonal closures change often. Always confirm on the official website before you set off.Details last checked 7 Oct 2026.
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