Castles · Central Scotland
Rosslyn Castle
In or near Auchendinny.
Rosslyn Castle — a castle in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
David Dixon — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Eskbank · 5.8 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Rosslyn Castle is a castle located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Rosslyn Chapel, founded in 1446, is renowned for its intricate stone carvings and historical significance. Visitors can explore the chapel's ornate interior and exterior, guided by knowledgeable staff, and enjoy the surrounding grounds.
Place summary
Rosslyn Castle is a historic castle located in central Scotland. It is known for its picturesque setting and architectural significance.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.8526, -3.1600
- District
- Midlothian
- Postcode
- EH25 9PX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Midlothian
- Nearest railway station
- Eskbank — 5.8 km
- Opening
- Monday to Saturday 9am–5pm; Sunday 12pm–5pm; closed 24–26 Dec
- Official site
- www.rosslynchapel.com
Sources
- osm: way/344505637 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Rosslyn Castle?
- Rosslyn Castle is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH25 9PX).
- What is Rosslyn Castle?
- Rosslyn Castle — a castle in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Rosslyn Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Eskbank, about 5.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH25 9PX.
- Does Rosslyn Castle charge admission?
- Rosslyn Castle typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Rosslyn Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Eskbank, about 5.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH25 9PX.