Castles · Scottish Highlands
Old Slains Castle
In or near Cruden Bay.
Old Slains Castle — a castle in Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
Martyn Gorman — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Old Slains Castle is a castle located in Scottish 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
Old Slains Castle is a historic castle located in the Scottish Highlands. It is known for its dramatic coastal setting and was constructed in the 16th century. The castle is a ruin, reflecting its long history and significance in the region.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 57.3605, -1.9131
- District
- Aberdeenshire
- Postcode
- AB41 8ST
- Parliamentary constituency
- Gordon and Buchan
Sources
- osm: way/387203792 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Old Slains Castle?
- Old Slains Castle is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode AB41 8ST).
- What is Old Slains Castle?
- Old Slains Castle — a castle in Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Old Slains Castle?
- The nearest town is Cruden Bay. Drivers can use postcode AB41 8ST.
- Does Old Slains Castle charge admission?
- Old Slains Castle typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Old Slains Castle?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode AB41 8ST. It sits within the Gordon and Buchan parliamentary constituency.