Blackness Castle

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Built in the 15th century by one of Scotland’s most powerful families, the Crichtons. Once used as a garrison fortress and state prison. More recently used by Mel Gibson to film “Hamlet”. Open all year. Admission charge.

Off Castle Road, Blackness, EH49 7NH

Tel: 01506 834807


For more information please visit:

historicenvironment.scot