Explore the Castle and Gardens of Mey
The King’s Foundation is the Trustee of The Queen Elizabeth Castle of Mey Trust. Set in the beautiful landscape of Caithness, Scotland, come and explore all the beautiful castle and gardens have to offer.
About the Castle and Gardens of Mey
The most northerly inhabited castle on mainland Britain, the Castle of Mey was built in 1566 and purchased by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother in 1952.
The Castle’s facilities include the former granary building which has been developed into luxury bed and breakfast accommodation, Captain’s House a self-catering house with panoramic views over the Pentland Firth, a Visitor Centre, Animal Centre and Walled Gardens.
Visit the Castle and Gardens
Whether you want to take a tour of the castle or wander around the walled gardens, enjoy a visit to the Castle and Gardens of Mey – open to visitors between May and September.
Stay at the Granary Lodge
The Granary Lodge luxury bed and breakfast is the perfect Highland retreat, a place for you to recharge and succumb to the peace and tranquility of the Caithness countryside.
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Weddings and events
Looking for a romantic wedding venue in the Highlands of Scotland?
The Castle and Gardens of Mey is available for wedding bookings of up to 60 guests between April and October. If you prefer a smaller more intimate wedding, the Granary Lodge is a beautiful setting for year-round weddings.
