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The Great Britain Guide

Castles Β· Scottish Highlands

Barra Castle

In or near Oldmeldrum.

β™Ώ Wheelchair: limited

Barra Castle β€” a castle in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

Barra Castle - geograph.org.uk - 359473

Richard Paxman β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1.5 h–3 h
Nearest railway station
Inverurie Β· 4.3 km
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Barra Castle is a castle located in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Place summary

Barra Castle is a castle located in the Scottish Highlands. It is an example of historical architecture, though specific details about its era, design, or designation are not provided.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
57.3219, -2.3465
Postcode
AB51 0JP
Parliamentary constituency
Gordon and Buchan
Nearest railway station
Inverurie β€” 4.3 km

Sources

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Polytunnels at Barra - geograph.org.uk - 2638518πŸ“· 5

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Arable land, Lochend of Barra - geograph.org.uk - 6588059πŸ“· 5

Windmills Β· Scottish Highlands

standing stone 240m W of Hillhead of Barra

standing stone 240m W of Hillhead of Barra β€” a post mill in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

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Hill of Barra summit area - geograph.org.uk - 7893792πŸ“· 5

Vineyards Β· Scottish Highlands

Barra Hill

Barra Hill β€” a UK vineyard in scotland highlands, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.

Hill of Barra summit area - geograph.org.uk - 7893792πŸ“· 5

Mountains & hills Β· Scottish Highlands

Hill of Barra

Hill of Barra β€” mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 191 m.

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Hill of Barra Fort - Looking towards Bennachie - geograph.org.uk - 671092πŸ“· 3

Hill forts Β· Scottish Highlands

Hill of Barra Hillfort

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Kirkton of Bourtie Stone Circle - geograph.org.uk - 5919149πŸ“· 3

Stone circles Β· Scottish Highlands

Kirkton Of Bourtie Stone Circle

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Where to eat & stay near Barra Castle

Places to stay

Road in Ythanbank - geograph.org.uk - 7961376πŸ“· 4

Campsites Β· Scottish Highlands

Ythan Valley Campsite

Ythan Valley Campsite β€” a campsite in scotland highlands.

Aberdeen Airport hotel II - geograph.org.uk - 4551124πŸ“· 7

Hotels Β· Scottish Highlands

Hampton by Hilton Aberdeen Airport

Hampton by Hilton Aberdeen Airport β€” a hotel in scotland highlands. 3.5-star. Brand: Hampton.

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Ellon War Memorial - geograph.org.uk - 3680523πŸ“· 5

Hotels Β· Scottish Highlands

New Inn Hotel

New Inn Hotel β€” a hotel in scotland highlands.

Free↗ newinnellon.co.uk
Landing lights for runway 16-34 Aberdeen Airport - geograph.org.uk - 7143274πŸ“· 5

Hotels Β· Scottish Highlands

Hilton Aberdeen TECA

Hilton Aberdeen TECA β€” a hotel in scotland highlands.

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Trump Macleod House Hotel, Scotland - geograph.org.uk - 6247197πŸ“· 5

B&Bs Β· Scottish Highlands

Menie House

Menie House β€” a bed-and-breakfast in scotland highlands.

Main entrance road to Prime Four Business Park... - geograph.org.uk - 6497961πŸ“· 7

Hotels Β· Scottish Highlands

Village Hotel Club

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Places to eat & drink

Monymusk - The Square - geograph.org.uk - 8125197πŸ“· 7

Historic pubs Β· Scottish Highlands

Grant Arms Hotel, The Square, Monymusk

Grant Arms Hotel, The Square, Monymusk in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom.

St Machar Bar - geograph.org.uk - 7319389πŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· Scottish Highlands

97 High Street, Old Aberdeen, Aberdeen

97 High Street, Old Aberdeen, Aberdeen in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom.

Memorial lion - geograph.org.uk - 3875132πŸ“· 7

Historic pubs Β· Scottish Highlands

Triple Kirks

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Aberdeen Arts Centre - geograph.org.uk - 7551041πŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· Scottish Highlands

Public House, 93-97 King Street, Aberdeen

Public House, 93-97 King Street, Aberdeen in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom.

518-520 Union Street, Aberdeen - geograph.org.uk - 3894306πŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· Scottish Highlands

Public House, Alford Place, Aberdeen

Public House, Alford Place, Aberdeen in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom.

Back-street business - geograph.org.uk - 4489176πŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· Scottish Highlands

3 Golden Square, Aberdeen

3 Golden Square, Aberdeen in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Barra Castle?
Barra Castle is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode AB51 0JP).
What is Barra Castle?
Barra Castle β€” a castle in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Barra Castle?
The nearest railway station is Inverurie, about 4.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode AB51 0JP.
Does Barra Castle charge admission?
Barra Castle typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
How do I get to Barra Castle?
The nearest railway station is Inverurie, about 4.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode AB51 0JP.