The grounds, gift shop & restaurant are open to the public on certain days over the autumn and winter months. THERE IS NO NEED TO BUY TICKETS FOR GENERAL ADMISSION AS THIS IS FREE OF CHARGE.

Balmoral Castle
Balmoral Grounds in Autumn
Visiting

Opening Times

Explore the gardens, admire the castle, or immerse yourself in the estate’s natural beauty, and discover the timeless charm of Balmoral. Open from 1000 until 1600 on certain dates during the autumn and winter months.

November 2025 until January 2026

The grounds, gift shop and restaurant will be open to the public from 1000 until 1600 on certain dates during the autumn and winter months. Check our calendar below for details - you can scroll through and view information for each month.

Please note that there is no charge for general admission and you will be able to enjoy a gentle walks around the grounds as well as an opportunity to visit the Mews Gift Shop and the Restaurant.

The grounds and gardens at Balmoral Castle make for the perfect dog walking; we kindly request that dogs are kept on a lead during your adventures and that you leave the gardens clean for other visitors to enjoy.

Please read our terms and conditions for more information about your visit to Balmoral Castle and Estate.

Please view our opening hours below.

Opening details for 2026 will be confirmed in the New Year.

Please check the website again then, or sign up to our mailing list, to receive information about future ticket releases.

Parking

General parking is available in the car parks, next to the A93 at Crathie.  There is a charge of £5, which can be paid by cash or card at the machines.

Disabled parking is offered within the grounds of the estate to Blue Badge Holders upon request.  Please drive up to the main gates and speak to the staff on duty so they can assist.

Coach Parking

Coach parking is available is available next to the Estates Office and tickets should be purchased in advance of your visit.

The charge is £50 per coach and you can make your purchase through the online ticket portal.

Please click here to purchase your coach parking ticket.

Opening Hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Nov 1
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Nov 2
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Nov 3
Closed
Nov 4
Closed
Nov 5
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Nov 6
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Nov 7
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Nov 8
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Nov 9
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Nov 10
Closed
Nov 11
Closed
Nov 12
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Nov 13
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Nov 14
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Nov 15
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Nov 16
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Nov 17
Closed
Nov 18
Closed
Nov 19
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Nov 20
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Nov 21
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Nov 22
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Nov 23
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Nov 24
Closed
Nov 25
Closed
Nov 26
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Nov 27
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Nov 28
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Nov 29
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Nov 30
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Dec 1
Closed
Dec 2
Closed
Dec 3
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 4
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 5
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 6
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 7
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 8
Closed
Dec 9
Closed
Dec 10
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 11
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 12
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 13
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 14
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 15
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 16
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 17
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 18
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 19
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 20
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 21
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 22
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 23
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 24
10:00–14:00
10am – 2pm
Dec 25
Closed
Dec 26
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 27
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 28
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 29
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 30
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Dec 31
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Jan 1
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Jan 2
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Jan 3
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Jan 4
10:00–16:00
10am – 4pm
Jan 5
Closed
Jan 6
Closed
Jan 7
Closed
Jan 8
Closed
Jan 9
Closed
Jan 10
Closed
Jan 11
Closed
Jan 12
Closed
Jan 13
Closed
Jan 14
Closed
Jan 15
Closed
Jan 16
Closed
Jan 17
Closed
Jan 18
Closed
Jan 19
Closed
Jan 20
Closed
Jan 21
Closed
Jan 22
Closed
Jan 23
Closed
Jan 24
Closed
Jan 25
Closed
Jan 26
Closed
Jan 27
Closed

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Balmoral Castle is seen from a distance, surrounded by lush green fields and dense forests, framed by tree branches and moss-covered rocks in the foreground.