Burleigh Castle
Perth and Kinross, Scotland
Key facts
- Operator
- Historic Environment Scotland
- Condition
- Partial ruin
- Access
- Free, open access
- Nearest station
- Lochgelly, 7.2 miles (straight-line)
Pinpoint
Burleigh Rd, Milnathort, Kinross KY13 9GG
Telephone 0131 668 8600
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
A free ruin near Loch Leven, open only on set days between April and September rather than year-round - several reviewers arrived expecting an always-open site and found it locked, so this is one to check before setting out. When it is open, there's access into the towers and up a flight of restored stairs.
Worth the trip
The restored tower with new windows and roof - a small but genuine glimpse of what the whole building once looked like, rather than bare stonework throughout.
Before you go
Opening days are limited (April to September, set days only) and not obvious from the outside, so check Historic Environment Scotland's website before travelling rather than assuming it's open.
Burleigh Castle's reviews repeatedly flag the same practical issue: opening hours are inconsistent and several visitors arrived to find it closed, while parking near the site is limited or non-existent, with one reviewer having to turn around and find a spot on a nearby street. On the plus side, reviewers enjoy the peaceful woodland walk to reach it, the well-preserved sections of the ruin, and the Loch views, and it's noted as good for dogs and kids to run around. It's free to visit, though checking opening times in advance is clearly worthwhile.
Free; open Apr-Sep on set days
“not open everyday, I thought this was abandoned and open 24 hours. so I could onlu take outside photos. No pave to park either. Not even a Grass field to use.”- Amy F., 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
- “Small car park a short walk from the castle ruins which offers a nice walk through woodland.” - Susan Melrose (Suz)
Common questions about Burleigh Castle
Where is Burleigh Castle?
Burleigh Castle is in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, at Burleigh Rd, Milnathort, Kinross KY13 9GG.
Is Burleigh Castle free to visit?
Yes - Burleigh Castle is a free, open-access site with no ticket booth, looked after by Historic Environment Scotland. There may still be a charge for nearby parking, and open-access arrangements can change, so it's worth a quick check before you travel.
What is the highlight of visiting Burleigh Castle?
The restored tower with new windows and roof - a small but genuine glimpse of what the whole building once looked like, rather than bare stonework throughout.
Is Burleigh Castle a ruin or still intact?
Burleigh Castle is a partial ruin - Free; open Apr-Sep on set days.
