Duart Castle, the seat of the Clan Maclean, proudly guards the sea cliffs of the Isle of Mull. Brought back from ruin in 1911, the Castle itself dates back over 800 years and is one of the last surviving privately owned Clan Castles in Scotland, and is still lived in by the Clan Chief. Visit us today and explore the turbulent past of the Clan, the battles and the love stories. Browse the magnifice
nt Banqueting Hall and quaint Edwardian State Rooms. Walk the Battlements and lose yourself in the breathtaking views out across the Sound of Mull. There is more to enjoy outside the Castle including the Millennium Wood and Duart Point, a promontory which can be explored on foot. Finish your visit with homegrown, homemade food in the Duart Tearoom or treat a loved one with a unique gift in the Castle Gift Shop. Throughout the Summer months, Duart Castle plays host to a number of Weddings and Events such as Military Re-enactments, Music, Storytelling, Scottish Pipers and Highland Dancers. Check www.duartcastle.com for details. Feature Films
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You may also recognise Duart Castle from some Hollywood feature films such as Sean Connery’s, Entrapment (1999), "When Eight Bells Toll" (1971) with Antony Hopkins and "I Know Where I'm Going" (1945). Travel to Mull via the Caledonian MacBrayne ferry. The Castle is a 10 minute drive (3 miles) from the ferry terminal in Craignure. Opening Hours 2024
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In 2024 the Castle, Tearoom and Giftshop will be open from Good Friday, 29th March until 18th October. See detailed opening times below:
29th MARCH/APRIL
From 29th March to 30th April we will be open 6 days a week (closed Thursdays) from 10.30am to 4pm
MAY TO SEPTEMBER
From 1st May to 30th September we will be open 7 days a week from 10.30am to 5pm
OCTOBER
From 1st - 18th October we will be open 6 days a week (closed Thursdays) from 10.30am to 4pm. Web: www.duartcastle.com