Opening Times

10a.m. to 5p.m. daily - 8th January to 20th December each year

What makes this a great venue for School group Fun or Educational Visits?

The Castle dates from 1050 with additions in 1534 and the 1700's. Mary Queen of Scots stayed here after the Battle of Corrichie. Has the feel of a lived in home and not a museum. Widest turnpike stair in scotland

What are the Curriculum Topics or Benefit to the students from a visit?

The Castle as a home
Mary Queen of Scots

What are the activities?

children are given a tour of the house with a young person's guide to Delgatie being provided.

What is the age range of the activities?

Visit to the house and grounds only

What materials to you provide or suggest groups bring to support the visit?

Children are given a young person's guide to Delgatie and also a questionaire about Mary Queen of Scots

What are the minimum and maximum group sizes and the free Teacher Ratio?

20 to 25 max. one adult to every 5/6 children

Do you have or how do you arrange risk assessment?

we have risk assessments already completed

What facilities are there for school groups for food and drink, shop etc?

We provide juice and pancakes in the price of the visit
We provide a room for children to eat a packed lunch if they wish after the tour.

Is specific clothing required?

no

Do you have first aid on site?

yes

Are there any restrictions on photos, copyright etc?

no photography in the house but is permitted in the Yester where the children eat