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Castle of Mey

The Castle of Mey is located on the north coast of Scotland, about 10 km (6 miles ) west of John o’ Groats. The castle was built between 1566 and 1572 by George Sinclair, 4th Earl of Caithness.

The castle did spend some time being called Barrogill Castle.

If you are lucky with the weather you can get views from the castle north to the Orkney Islands.

7 Day Weather Forecast

Today

9.6℃–12.3℃

3.7 m/s (SSE)

Sat, Nov 08

10.4℃–10.9℃

5.5 m/s (SSE)

Sun, Nov 09

5.5℃–6.9℃

3.3 m/s (WSW)

Mon, Nov 10

6.1℃–8.7℃

4.1 m/s (SSW)

Tue, Nov 11

3.3℃–4.7℃

2.8 m/s (SW)

Wed, Nov 12

9.3℃–10.2℃

6.2 m/s (SE)

Thu, Nov 13

8.2℃–10.2℃

6 m/s (NNE)

Fri, Nov 14

8.5℃–8.9℃

9.7 m/s (ENE)

Our Thurso weather forecast is from Yr, delivered by the Norwegian Meteorological Institute and NRK

Map, Directions & Contact Info

Get directions to Castle of Mey

If you want more information on the area visit our local Thurso Destination page or our regional The Scottish Highlands Destination page.

Where to Stay

Nearby Attractions

While visiting Castle of Mey, take the opportunity to explore other attractions in the area.

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