Lauriston Castle

When you step inside Lauriston Castle, you see it just as it was in 1926, when it was left to the nation by the last private owner, Mrs Reid.

About Lauriston Castle

	2 Cramond Road South, Edinburgh West EH4 6AD
	01313362060
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The Castle and the collections it contains is one of Scotland’s greatest gifts. Collections include, Italian Furniture, Sheffield Plate, Crossley Wool Mosaics and Blue John ornaments. The interiors of the house are the work of Mrs Reid's husband, Mr W R Reid, the owner of Morison & Co., a leading Edinburgh cabinet making business.

The beautiful grounds were laid out by William Henry Playfair in the 1840s. Much of the planting dates to this period. The award-winning Japanese Friendship garden, gifted by the prefecture of Kyoto, is a tranquil place to contemplate.

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Upcoming Events at Lauriston Castle

Tour

Ghosts - Tales of Terror at Lauriston Castle

Selected dates between 25th May 2024 - 28th September 2024

Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh West

Come along and see the sights of Lauriston Castle as never seen before – hear the history of the castle and ghostly tales of the city!

Workshops

The Edinburgh Sketcher Returns to Lauriston Castle

Selected dates between 30th May 2024 - 18th August 2024

Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh West

Edinburgh’s favourite sketcher makes a welcome return to Lauriston Castle and we are teaming up with him once again for some sketching workshops.

Family and Kids

The Secret Room at Lauriston Castle

Selected dates between 13th August 2024 - 22nd August 2024

Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh West

What mysteries does Lauriston Castle conceal? Come along and explore untold mysteries in the Secret Room!

Days Out

Lauriston Castle Carnival

24th August 2024

Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh West

Did you know that the 24th August is Notting Hill Carnival? So we have decided to have our very own Carnival Morning here at Lauriston Castle.

Family and Kids

Shiver Me Timbers

21st September 2024

Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh West

Make a variety of gorgeous crafts with us at Lauriston Castle as we celebrate International Talk Like a Pirate Day!

Family and Kids

The Big Draw at Lauriston Castle

Selected dates between 14th October 2024 - 18th October 2024

Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh West

Where better to explore this year’s Big Draw than the amazing grounds of Lauriston Castle?

Days Out

Hallowe’en at the Castle

27th October 2024

Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh West

This Halloween come and enjoy some spooky activities in our historic castle. This will be a fun filled event with something for all the family.

Theatre

Edinburgh’s Magical Christmas

24th November 2024

Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh West

The Lauriston Christmas magic show is back! Witness startling magic and uplifting mystery, inspired by history and legends of the city of Edinburgh, in a lavish, historic setting.

Family and Kids

A Family Edwardian Christmas at Lauriston Castle

15th December 2024

Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh West

Join us at Lauriston Castle for our annual Christmas event where you can capture the magic of Christmas past!

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