Midhope Castle (with baby)
How Baby-Friendly is Midhope Castle?
What makes it 18% Baby-Friendly: A baby faces a 150 m rough track, no diaper-change, no shelter, and no toilets; carers must handle all needs in the car, so a visit is possible but cumbersome and rarely worthwhile.
This place may be temporarily closed. Please check official sources before visiting.
Positives:
- Under-5s free: Baby entry is free so you only pay for two adults.
- Free car parking: Park on site without charge, just 150 m from the gate.
- Photo opportunities: Exterior views are intact and cost-free to photograph from the gate.
Challenges:
- No baby facilities: There are no toilets, changing rooms or indoor shelter on site.
- Uneven terrain: The track and courtyard are cobbled and can be slippery when wet.
- Poor mobile signal: You may lose coverage; download maps or audio guide beforehand.
What is Midhope Castle?
- A 15th-century L-plan tower house on a working farm near Edinburgh, owned by the Hopetoun Estate
- Features a well-preserved stone exterior with bartizan turrets, a multi-storey east wing and a nearby dovecot ruin
- Served as the exterior set for Lallybroch in the Outlander television series
What is so special about Midhope Castle for with baby?
- Visit just the exterior for Outlander-famous photo stops.
- Bring all baby supplies as there are no on-site facilities.
- Enjoy a short courtyard stroll and a nearby burn walk.
- Under-5s enter free; adult tickets are £7 each.
- Combine with Hopetoun House for baby-friendly amenities.
Note: Midhope Castle is 18% Baby-Friendly. You may want to consider other Baby-Friendly Things to Do in Edinburgh for a more suitable experience.
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