Brodie Castle

Brodie Castle is a stunning, rose-coloured historic estate that has been home to the Brodie clan for over 400 years. Nestled in beautiful parkland near Forres in Moray, the estate uses the postcode IV36 2TE.

What to Expect and Enjoy

This is a gorgeous fairy-tale property that blends grand Scottish history with incredible family fun. The castle is packed with a magnificent collection of historic paintings, fine furniture, and giant libraries.

• The Castle Rooms: Take a stroll through the lavishly decorated rooms. You can see how the Brodie family lived through the centuries, view a spectacular collection of art, and look at an incredibly ornate, carved plaster ceiling in the dining room.
• The Playful Garden: A massive hit for families is the “Playful Garden” located in the grounds. It features a fantastic outdoor adventure play area with giant wooden sculptures, musical instruments, and a massive wooden rabbit that kids can climb inside.
• The Daffodil Collection: The estate is world-famous for its incredible collection of daffodils. If you visit in the spring, the grounds turn into a spectacular, glowing carpet of yellow with hundreds of different varieties blooming together.
• The Shrubbery Walks: There are beautiful, wide, and level nature trails looping through the woods and around a peaceful pond where you can easily spot wild swans, ducks, and playful red squirrels.

Best For and Time Spent

An absolute winner for families with young children, garden enthusiasts, couples, and seniors looking for a high-quality day out with something for everyone.

• Duration: Most families spend between 3 to 4 hours here to comfortably explore the castle interior, walk the woodland paths, and let the kids burn off energy in the adventure garden.
• Tone: Elegant, joyful, and welcoming. The contrast between the grand, historic castle and the high-energy, fun family garden is brilliant.

Helpful Tips for Your Visit

• Parking: There is a large, convenient car park on-site. A small parking fee applies to help maintain the estate, but if you are a member of the National Trust for Scotland, parking is completely free.
• Food & Drink: The castle features a lovely courtyard café serving delicious hot lunches, fresh sandwiches, and excellent home baking, with plenty of outdoor tables for a family picnic.
• Season: The estate grounds, walks, and the Playful Garden are open all year round. The historic castle rooms are open daily from early spring through to the end of October.

Nearby and Combine-able Hits

Brodie Castle is ideally located for a memorable regional tour. You can easily combine a morning at the estate with an afternoon exploring the majestic ruins of Elgin Cathedral. It also sits on the main route heading toward Inverness, making it an ideal stopping point before a monster-hunting boat cruise at Loch Ness or a fairy-tale tour of Cawdor Castle.