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Balfour Castle is the most northerly castle in the world.
The castle can be seen on your sail into Shapinsay as it sits atop a wooded brae a few hundred yards from the sea. A multi-turreted Victorian structure, it is imbued with a quiet elegance.
Directions
Shapinsay Island is a 25 minute ferry crossing from Kirkwall.
By air - You fly into Kirkwall on the Orkney mainland. You then take a taxi to Kirkwall Harbour and on to the Shapinsay Ferry.
Orkney Ferries Telephone Number - 01856 872 044
British Airways Kirkwall Telephone Number - 01856 873611
As a guest of the castle, you will have access to its main rooms, the dining room, the drawing room with adjoining conservatory, chapel and library. The bedrooms have canopied four poster and brass beds with most rooms having en-suite facilities. A family room is also available.
The castle is situated in a wooded area and guests are welcome to wander there if they so wish. You will come upon a two acre walled kitchen garden where most of the vegetables for dinner are grown.
The castle is now a private family home which is open to guests looking for a different type of holiday accommodation. It has its original furniture and dates back to the 1840's.
Opening Times
Balfour Castle is open all year.
Prices
Between £100 and £125 per person per night for three course dinner, bed, and a full Scottish breakfast. Children under 12 - 30% less. Children three and under are free.
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