Kinnaird Head Castle and Lighthouse

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Overview

Explore a fine castle turned lighthouse. Built for the Fraser family in the 1500s, Kinnaird Head was altered in 1787 to contain the first lighthouse built by the Northern Lighthouse Board. The lantern is still in working order and the lighthouse remains much as its last crew left it. A small, unmanned light nearby now fulfils the role of beacon, however.

The Kinnaird Head site is managed independently by the Museum of Scottish Lighthouses and Historic Scotland members do not presently receive free entry to the site.

Your admission ticket gives you access to 3 great attractions on one site: The Museum of Scottish Lighthouses, Kinnaird Head Castle and a guided tour of Kinnaird Head Lighthouse.

Highlights

 

Refuel at the Tea Room at the Museum of Scottish Lighthouses where you’ll find stunning sea views to accompany your food and drink.

  • Opening Times
    1 Apr to 30 Sept:
    Daily, 10am to 5pm
    Last entry 4pm

    Closed
    1 October to 31 March

    The Kinnaird Head site is managed independently by the Museum of Scottish Lighthouses.
  • Facilities
    • Toilets
    • Gift Shop
    • Child Friendly
    • Parking
    • Coach parking
  • Accessibility
    • Disabled Access

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