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The Castle is the ancestral home of the Campbells of Cawdor and has been since the 14th Century. Please check our website for exact dates.
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Open to the public seasonally from the end of April until the beginning of October. Cawdor Castle dates from the late 14th century, having been built as a private fortress by the Thanes of Cawdor, with the ancient medieval tower built around the legendary holly tree – wherever you look, Cawdor Castle is steeped in intrigue and history.

25/03/2026

Tickets to visit Cawdor Castle in 2026 are now for sale!

The Castle and Gardens open at 10am on Saturday 25th April. We'll then be open 7 days a week until Sunday 4th October.

If you would ever like to know our quieter days or time slots to plan your visit, you can phone: 01667 404401 or email: [email protected] for further details.

Get your tickets now on our website at: www.cawdorcastle.com

02/03/2026

Outdoor Theatre is BACK at Cawdor Castle for 2026!

We have an exciting programme this Summer with three performances to look forward to:

4th July - King Arthur & The Holy Fail by The Three Inch Fools
18th July - Treasure Island by Quantum Theatre
15th August - Macbeth by The HandleBards

All shows will kick off at 6.30pm across the lawn in front of the Castle. Bring your own seats, blankets and dress for the weather ☔️ Picnics are very welcome, but please don't bring dogs or umbrellas.

Tickets are available online now: https://cawdorcastle.digitickets.co.uk/category/33647?navItem=640519

13/02/2026

Snowy snowdrops here today 🤍

04/02/2026

How would you like to cross a drawbridge to get to work in the morning?

We are now recruiting for all departments for the 2026 season at Cawdor Castle!
Many of our wonderful team come back every year, so you would be joining an experienced and welcoming group. We have vacancies in Visitor Services; Retail or Catering, or you can try your hand at them all!

Full-time, part-time and ad-hoc hours are all available, though those with the ability to work some hours during weekends are desirable.

If you would like to be part of the history of Cawdor Castle, full job descriptions for each role and our short application form can be found here: https://www.cawdorcastle.com/?page_id=320

01/02/2026

What a shot! Snapped by one of our fabulous Gardeners - this glorious rainbow is reminding us that brighter days are finally on their way ☀️

If you would like to explore the Gardens at Cawdor Castle whilst they bloom and change throughout the season, why not check out our seasonal pass options which offer great value for multiple visits? We also have Gift Vouchers for these which would be the perfect Valentine's gift for a loved one 🩷

https://cawdorcastle.digitickets.co.uk/category/28786?navItem=640522

Single day tickets for 2026 will be live on our website soon...

14/12/2025

️‼️ Christmas Market Cancelled - 14th December ‼️

It is with huge sadness that we have to cancel the second day of our Christmas Market today, Sunday 14th December.

We were hit with winds higher than had been forecast last night, and sustained some damage across the site. With further high winds expected today, we cannot open in the interest of the safety of our staff, stall holders and guests.

Nobody is more disappointed by this than we are - we are truly sorry not to be in a position to put this wonderful event on again today.

12/12/2025

'Twas the night before Market Day,
And all through the keep,
Not a beastie was stirring,
Not even the sheep...

See you all tomorrow 😊

Address

Cawdor
Nairn
IV125RD

Telephone

+44 1667 404401

Website

http://www.cawdorcastle.com/

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