Floors Castle
At the heart of the Roxburghe Estate, one of the most outstanding stately homes Scotland has to offer.
Kelso, Roxburghshire TD5 7RL
Facilities
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Accessible loos
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Accessible parking
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Bike storage facilities
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Cafe / restaurant
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Easily accessible without car
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Facilities for children
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Free parking
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Mostly wheelchair accessible
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Parkland / open spaces
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Pet friendly
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Picnic area
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Shop
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
- Accessible parking
- Accessible toilets
Read the full accessibility statement here.
What could be better than exploring a beautiful Scottish Castle? Built by architect William Adam in 1721, Floors Castle is Scotland’s largest inhabited Castle and home to the 11th Duke of Roxburghe.
An architectural masterpiece inside and out, the Castle houses a marvellous collection of fine art and porcelain for you to enjoy, including paintings by Matisse and our famous Belgian tapestries.
The Gardens are a delight to explore with fine herbaceous borders, fruit trees and meandering paths. The Walled Garden is a showpiece of seasonal colour and interest. A summer house built in 1867 for Queen Victoria’s visit sits overlooking the Millennium Garden.
You can also explore the wonderful surroundings by foot or bicycle when you try our woodland walks and cycle trail. Enjoy magnificent views of the Castle, parkland and countryside flanked by the River Tweed.
Shop for local goods and gifts and eat at one of our fine cafes offering delights from the Castle’s kitchen.
Important information: opening info is generated by artificial intelligence; check specific attraction details before travelling.
The indicator above will show ‘open’ when the public have any kind of access to any part of this property. That could be the park, a shop, or a special event, and may not reflect regular admission times to the main attraction. Always consult the website of the house or garden you intend to visit before travelling to check that the attraction you are interested in is open.
Floors Castle Opening Times
Castle Interior
The castle interior is closed for the winter season from 1st October until Easter 2027. Special Easter opening is available on 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th April. Following this Easter opening, the castle closes again until the start of the summer season on 1st May.
Estate Grounds
The wider estate grounds are closed from 1st October until Easter 2027 for the winter season. They open for the special Easter period on 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th April. After Easter, the grounds remain open from 1st May onwards, continuing through the summer season even when the castle itself closes again.
Main Gates (Roxburgh Street Entrance)
The main gates to the estate are closed to the public for the winter season from 1st October, remaining closed until Easter 2027.
Walled Garden
The Walled Garden is open 7 days a week all year round. During the autumn and winter season (1st October to Easter 2027), opening hours are 10:30am to 4:00pm daily, with last entry at 3:00pm.
Special hours apply over the festive period:
- Christmas Eve: 10:30am – 3:00pm
- Christmas Day: Closed
- Boxing Day: Closed
- 27th–30th December 2026: 10:30am – 4:00pm
- New Year's Eve: 10:30am – 3:00pm
- New Year's Day: Closed
Cafés and Gift Shops
The Courtyard Café and Castle Gift Shop follow the castle's opening schedule, closing from 1st October until Easter 2027, with special opening on 3rd–6th April and reopening from 1st May. The Terrace Café and Apple Shed Gift Shop & Pantry remain open after Easter even when the castle closes.
Restoration Exhibition
The Restoration Exhibition is on display in the castle and is accessible during the special Easter opening (3rd–6th April) and throughout the summer season from 1st May. It is not accessible during the winter closure.
Children's Play Area
The Children's Play Area, including the zip wire, is available during the special Easter opening (3rd–6th April) and throughout the main season. Access is included with an Annual Pass during the main season.
Parking
Parking is available at the Walled Gardens during the autumn and winter season when the main estate gates are closed. Access is via the Terrace Café and Gardens entrance on the B6397.
Historic Houses Members are not required to book in advance, and free Admission tickets will be provided at either of our admissions kiosks.
Castle Gardens and Grounds £22.00
Gardens and Grounds £10
Annual Pass £30
Kids go Free
We are dog friendly! Dogs on leads are very welcome throughout the grounds and gardens (no dogs inside the castle please).
Floors Castle is a great option for a group visit and our guides help to make the tour extra special with their knowledge, enthusiasm and friendly approach.
The Castle, the outstanding gardens including the famous walled garden, the exceptional food prepared in the Castle kitchen makes for a wonderful day out.
To book or to make an enquiry, please contact [email protected] or call 01573 227659.
Come and explore the Gardens and Grounds of Floors Castle. See what wildlife you can spot on the woodland walks.
School groups can also step inside the Castle and explore the grand rooms at their own leisure.
We offer special educational rates please visit our website or email [email protected]
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
- Accessible parking
- Accessible toilets
Read the full accessibility statement here.
Getting here
Kelso, Roxburghshire TD5 7RL
Floors Castle is on the outskirts of Kelso. The main gates and driveway are open in Spring and Summer offering you stunning views of the castle as you enter and arrive at our free parking site. Follow postal code TD5 7RL for the main gate access.
In Winter months and to access the Terrace Cafe and Gardens we ask guests to join us through our rear gates. Follow postal code TD5 7RN for access.
Bus are available to Kelso daily. Floors Castle is a 15 minute walk from the town centre during the season. The Scottish Borders is accessible by train on the East Coast rail line between London and Edinburgh stopping at Berwick-Upon-Tweed which lies approximately half an hour away. Public transport operates from the town.
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