Pretty much the symbol of Castlebay and indeed Barra itself this 15th C castle dominates the bay of Barra's principle settlement. Unfortunately it is not open for visitors and although there is a possibility fir a boat ride round the harbour, this wasn't available on the days when I visited. The photos above were mainly taken from of Calmac Oban to Barra ferry.
Tony Alcock
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Beware the free boat trips. I booked through Historic Environment Scotland for a free boat trip around the castle. Arrived at the appointed place on time but it was shut. Went to the marina and hung around but no one turned up. I don't think this is a scam because I had an authentic ticket and no⁷ payment was requested. Just incompetence I guess. Shame, because the castle looks great and I wasted a morning.
Rhys Evans
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Lovely 15th Century castle a very short but pleasant boat ride from Castlebay. It has been well restored in many places but the great hall was still waiting restoration when I visited. The rooms are easy to find and the staircases have sturdy ropes to hold on to.
The Historic Scotland representative in the small shop was very helpful and I enjoyed exploring all the nooks and crannies from the yard to the tower. Sitting in the sun by a fragment of original wall waiting for the boat was also a nice end to the trip! It's due for a full restoration after this 2018 season so try to get there if you have a chance before it closes for the foreseeable future. Worth a visit!
Simeon Tolar
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Pretty small but wonderfully restored. There are no official tours but you can find your way around quite easily and most things are pretty self explanitory. The ferrymen will even give you a 360 spin around the castle on your way back to the mainland.
Isu “Isuj” Jusi
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Conserved castle on a tiny island off the coast, the namesake of the town. Very well exhibited and an interesting attraction, still in the process of conservation but a must see if you're on Barra.
Will Marshall
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Exciting to go across in the boat, but for £6 there is very little to see and no information provided about anything. You can buy a leaflet for £1 in the shop which tells you less than Wikipedia. It has fantastic potential, but sadly doesn't yet meet it.
Anthony Jones
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Great little tourist attraction. Tickets either upon arrival or from tourist information 50m up the road
Ig Smyle
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Wow Wow castle. Castlebay town gem. From all sides it's looks superb.
