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ND 290-739 Caithness Scotland
Castle of Mey is a 16th century stone Z-plan tower house, founded by George, 4th earl of Caithness. The main range is of three storeys and an attic, with four storey square towers on opposite angles. In 1952 the late Queen Mother bought the castle and had it restored. Visit pending. 12 miles south is Keiss Castle and 14 miles west is Thurso Castle.
Castle of Mey is located west of Barrogill, off the A836. 20 miles north of Wick, on the A99-A836.
The site is owned by The Queen Elizabeth Castle of Mey Trust and the Castle & Gardens are open daily, May to 26th July and 13th August to September 10:20am until last admission at 4:00pm. Coach & group visits can be arranged in season and by appointment, during April and October.
There is a car park.
