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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, 2nd to 5th April, 1st May to 28th July and 10th August to 17th October 10:30-4:30pm. Coaches also can book in April and October 2010.
There is a car park.
For admission rates and special events, go to its HomePage.
and a castle map
of the area 