Museum of Scottish Lighthouses
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An 18th-century lighthouse built on a 16th-century castle, now a museum dedicated to Scotland's maritime beacons and the Northern Lighthouse Board.

📜 Museum of Scottish Lighthouses, located in Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire. Showcasing Scotland's lighthouse history and the Kinnaird Head Lighthouse.
🔍 Features impressive optics, a period-furnished keepers cottage, and a 15th-century castle.

Why Go

🏰 Explore a unique lighthouse built through a 16th-century castle💡 Discover a vast collection of lighthouse optics and equipment, and learn about Scotland's maritime history and lighthouse engineers and keepers👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Enjoy engaging guided tours☕ Relax at the museum tea room with impressive sea views

Tips

♿ Autism Friendly facilities available.
⏳ Prepare to spend longer than expected due to extensive exhibits.
🗣️ Guided tours are recommended and can be booked.

Hours

🕒 Primary website: Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm, with tours at 10am, 11am, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm.
❄️ Winter (Nov-Mar): Tuesday to Sunday, tours at 11am, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm.
☀️ Summer (Mar 25-Oct): Daily, tours at 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm.
☕ Tea Room offers impressive sea views, but may be closed seasonally.

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