Brodick Castle
North Ayrshire, Scotland
Key facts
- Operator
- National Trust for Scotland
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Nearest station
- Ardrossan Harbour, 13.3 miles (straight-line)
Pinpoint
Brodick, Isle of Arran KA27 8HY
Telephone 01770 302202
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
A National Trust for Scotland property beneath Goat Fell on the Isle of Arran, combining the castle with extensive gardens and a country park that includes what several parents call the best adventure playground they've visited. Reviewers rate the setting and grounds so highly that a closed castle interior doesn't seem to dent the visit much.
Worth the trip
The adventure playground and country park - repeatedly named by reviewers with children as the best they've encountered at any castle site.
Before you go
The garden paths form something of a maze, so budget extra time if you want to see everything, and keep an eye out for red squirrels, which reviewers regularly spot here.
Visitors consistently rave about Brodick Castle's gardens and grounds, its setting beneath Goat Fell, and the excellent children's adventure playground - several also mention spotting red squirrels as a highlight. A couple of reviewers note that the castle building itself and the coffee/tea room can have limited or closed hours (one visitor found both shut on the day they went, another flags the tea room's early 3pm closing), so it's worth checking opening times before travelling.
Isle of Arran; castle, garden and country park
“Beautiful castle & grounds. So many exotic plants growing in Arrans own micro climate. This is a must see. Great way to spend half a day.”- David Gilmour, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Parking
- “We had planned to enjoy the grounds and then stop at the tea room before leaving as it’s right next to the car park.” - Tom Bell
- How long to allow
- “Great way to spend half a day.” - David Gilmour
- Facilities
- “Within the gift shop there is also a collection of old fair games you can try your hand at.” - Tom Bell
Common questions about Brodick Castle
Where is Brodick Castle?
Brodick Castle is in North Ayrshire, Scotland, at Brodick, Isle of Arran KA27 8HY.
Do you need a ticket to visit Brodick Castle?
Yes - Brodick Castle is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by National Trust for Scotland. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
What is the highlight of visiting Brodick Castle?
The adventure playground and country park - repeatedly named by reviewers with children as the best they've encountered at any castle site.
Is Brodick Castle a ruin or still intact?
Brodick Castle is largely intact - Isle of Arran; castle, garden and country park.
